Careers
Join Our Team – Make an impact in an organisation dedicated to supporting NDIS participants and young people in care.
Meet the Team – Hear what some of our staff have to say about their careers with Challenge Community Services.
Types of Roles – Learn more about the different kinds of roles we offer.
First Nations – Learn more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and our commitments to cultural safety.
Help Us Make a Difference
Challenge Community Services has the vision that people everywhere in our community will experience the power of inclusion through relationships, voice and action. We have over 65 years of experience in supporting people to live better lives through a dedication to person centred care. We now employ over 1000 people across NSW and South East QLD.
Our goal is to build a strong, passionate team who are committed to our goal of building stronger and more inclusive communities for everyone. Whether that is through day to day support work, accommodation services, allied health or foster care, each of our team members play important roles in improving the lives of our clients.
Life Changing Work
Careers in the care industry are rewarding and enriching on many levels. If you are great at building relationships with people and have been looking for a career that offers more, then working in the support sector could be perfect for you. Every member of the team works together to ensure the services we provide are empowering, enriching and person-focused.
With a supportive team environment around you and regular internal training provided, you’ll always be assisted in your career journey to find the roles that are best suited to you and your clients. We need a strong team to achieve our mission, and we want you to be a part of it.
Our Values
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
People
Collaboration
About Our Team
We’re passionate about partnering with people who are as dedicated to making a difference as we are.
Challenge Community Services values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers, shaped by their unique characteristics. We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer, and welcome applications from people with disability, older people, younger people, carers, First Nations people, people of colour, people with lived experience, and LGBTQI+.
We’re a disability confident employer, committed to providing fair and equitable recruitment processes for candidates with a disability. If you require any adjustments, at any stage of the recruitment process, we would be happy to assist. Please email the Recruitment Team at: hr.team@challengecommunity.org.au or contact the person listed in the job advertisements if you require any adjustments when applying with us.
First Nations Careers
Challenge Community Services is dedicated to reconciliation and ensuring our workforce is culturally rich, respectful and empowered. Our First Nations Practice Framework outlines the ways we are committed to improving our workplace, respecting our clients and doing what we can to further the efforts of Reconciliation.
We acknowledge that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a unique connection to country and family, and that the perspectives they bring to a role – particularly in the care industry, is invaluable. Learn more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and our commitments to cultural safety.
The Perks
We are committed to making Challenge an amazing place to work. That’s why we strive to
reward our team members with perks and benefits that help them flourish.
reward our team members with perks and benefits that help them flourish.
Salary Packaging Options
Pay your mortgage, rent, and other everyday living expenses before tax, leaving you with more money to spend!
Rostered Day Off
Full-time staff can enjoy an extra day off each month so you can catch-up with friends, catch-up on appointments, or even catch-up on sleep!
Health & Fitness Program
Receive discounted access to a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness centres with Fitness Passport.
Employee Wellbeing Platform
Access Sonder, a confidential support service that offers real-time access to a team of medical, mental health, and safety experts.
Employee Training Programs
Enhance your skills through training and leadership programs designed to help you grow your career.
Birthday Leave
Enjoy a day off on your birthday so you can celebrate your big day any way you like!
Vehicle Options
Use our novated leasing partner to help you find the car of your dreams and save big on all of your car costs.
Flexibility
Balance your priorities, whether they be at work, at home, or in the community, with flexible work options.
Caring careers don’t just change the lives of those we help. Working in the care services industry is rewarding, challenging and different every day. If you enjoy building relationships with people and getting out from behind a desk, we want to hear from you.
