Woden Community Service (WCS) is a for-purpose organisation that has been providing community-based services for over 50 years. Our vision of ‘A caring community where everyone belongs’ is achieved through our values of Inclusion, Compassion, Hope, Responsiveness, Integrity and Social Justice.
We deliver services across the ACT covering children, families, young people and seniors including housing and mental health services.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Transport Driver to assist older adults and people with disabilities to remain active and engaged in the community. In this vital role, you will provide safe and high-quality transport services aligned with the Aged Care Quality Standards.
Our Offer
- Fixed-term part-time appointment (30 hours/week) up to 30 June 2027.
- Salary of SCS2 $67,554.35 – $73,721.39 (pro-rata) plus 11.5% Superannuation.
- Based in Woden and travel within Canberra.
- Vibrant and fun-loving team
- National EAP Service.
- Salary packaging (up to $15,899 per year) plus meal and entertainment cards.
- Ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment.
- 15 days paid personal leave per annum (pro rata) for full & part-time employees.
- 12 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months service).
- Paid shutdown leave on standard working days between Christmas and New Year.
- Enjoy exclusive discounts and everyday savings on essentials at leading Australian retailers such as Woolworths and Coles, all through our Flare Benefits program.
About the role
- Provide safe and appropriate community transport to meet the needs and goals of service users.
- Support service users with kindness, professionalism, and respect.
- Apply a Reablement approach to foster client independence and reduce reliance on care services.
- Support participation in community activities that promote social inclusion.
- Ensure vehicles are used safely and in accordance with WCS policies.
- Collect and return financial contributions from service users daily.
- Collaborate with the team to meet service delivery targets (95% of funded outputs).
- Maintain accurate transport records and submit data daily.
- Deliver services in line with Aged Care Quality Standards, especially Standard 1: Consumer Dignity and Choice.
- Contribute positively to a team environment and participate in team meetings.
- Comply with workplace safety, equity, and diversity principles.
Experience and Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to provide sensitive and appropriate support to people who are ageing and/or have a disability.
- Good interpersonal skills to communicate clearly with service users.
- Current ACT drivers license applicable to both manual and automatic transmissions and an exemplary driving record.
- Computer literate in a “windows” environment.
- Demonstrated understanding of professional boundaries, privacy and confidentiality.
- Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration.
- Current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
A full Position Description is available outlining the knowledge, skills and experience. Please visit: https://www.wcs.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PD-Community-Transport-Driver-March25.pdf
To be eligible for employment, you must have an active Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Card, working rights in Australia, and be willing to undertake background checks required for the position, including a National Police Check.
To apply, please click on the “Apply” button and submit your current resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential requirements of this role. The applications will not be accepted via email.
For further information about the role, please contact Rajan Manocha, at Rajan.Manocha@wcs.org.au
Closing Date: COB 3 July 2025
Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found.
For more information about WCS and services that we provide, including Children’s Services, Youth & Family, Community Development, Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health, Social Enterprise and Aged Care, please visit our website at www.wcs.org.au
WCS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.
