Permanent Part-Time Position – 32 hours per week Based in Gosford, Central Coast We’re proud to offer a Permanent Part-Time Level 3 Community Support Worker position within our Housing & Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) program . This role is based on the Central Coast and operates across a 24/7 rotating roster, with hours between 6am and 8pm, Monday to Sunday. New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land. This is an identified position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). We warmly welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. About the Role This position supports the delivery of community-based mental health outreach, with a strong focus on cultural safety, respect, and empowerment. You’ll work alongside participants to strengthen independence, wellbeing, and connection to community. Your Day-to-Day Will Include Supporting participants with daily living skills, transport, social engagement, and medication routines Maintaining accurate records using online systems Building respectful relationships with participants, families, carers, and community stakeholders Completing risk assessments, support plans, and documentation in a timely and culturally appropriate manner You Are Warm, compassionate and culturally aware Respectful of diverse lived experiences, especially within Aboriginal communities Committed to strengths-based, person-centred practice Reliable, flexible, and grounded in community values Passionate about supporting mental health and social emotional wellbeing What You’ll Bring Certificate-level qualification in Mental Health or Community Services, OR equivalent experience Experience working in mental health and/or community settings, with understanding of NDIS and block-funded programs Knowledge of Aboriginal cultural protocols, community dynamics, and trauma-informed practice Basic digital literacy (Microsoft Office and other systems) Benefits may include New Horizons pays above the award & penalty rates Salary packaging of up to $15,900 in tax free pay, plus entertainment card to package an additional $2,650 Fitness Passport Access to flexible work arrangements and purchased annual leave program with a bonus week of annual leave if worked 10 weekends in a calendar year. Reward program that recognises your achievements Utilise our Employee Assistance Program providing counselling services Support in growing your career through mentoring and professional development opportunities Please note that as part of our employment checks, we will request a Current police check (not older than 3 months), a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a NDIS Worker Screening Check. To help make the process speedy we encourage you to have/apply for the checks upon application as there can be some delays in obtaining these checks through the relevant services. New Horizons values and celebrates diversity and encourages applications from all people. Our vision is to see happy inclusive communities work together in collaborative and inclusive ways to create opportunity and improve quality of life. Our workforce proudly reflects the local communities we connect with and support. How to Apply If you can see yourself in this rewarding role, please apply via the link now.
