Effective 6 December 2021, Community Skills WA will be located at Suite 16, 25 Walters Drive, Osborne Park.
All other contact details will remain the same – P: (08) 9445 1511 / E: communityskills@cswa.org.au / W: cswa.org.au
Want to support older Australians to live a fulfilling life?
Aged Care & Home and Community Care (HACC)
Working in the aged care sector is rewarding and varied career. Work varies from home and community care to residential care. Care workers assist older people achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life.
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Aged Care and Home and Community Care (HACC) – Community Skills WA (cswa.org.au)
Read about what it takes to support a Pharmacist in this interesting scope of work.
A Hospital/Health Service Pharmacy Technician works under the supervision of a pharmacist in a hospital or community setting ensuring patients receive the correct medications and information on how to take their medications safely. This may include pharmacies that are located outside of health services but supply medicines and products to hospitals and other health services.
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National Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June) celebrates and builds on the respectful relationships shared by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other Australians.
World Day for Cultural Diversity
The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development promotes cultural diversity.
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International Nurses Day
Heartfelt thanks to nurses who work across so many settings in the important field!
World Day for Safety and Health at Work
The World Day for Safety and Health at Work is celebrated annually on 28 April to promote the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. It is an awareness-raising campaign intended to focus international attention on the magnitude of the problem and on how promoting and creating a safety and health culture can help reduce the number of work-related deaths and injuries.
Want to work in the medical field?
Anaesthetic Technicians support the anaesthetist in preparing clients and equipment for operating theatres but can also be found in other clinical practice including emergency departments, intensive care units and day surgery clinics.
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This essential skill can be lifesaving!
First aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any person suffering from either a minor or serious illness or injury, with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or to promote recovery. The first responder will perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while waiting for an ambulance, as well as treatment of minor conditions.
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Consider Youth work for a rewarding career!
Youth Workers promote the personal and social development of young people. Youth Workers often provide young people a voice and advocate on their behalf.
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National Close the Gap Day
National Close the Gap Day aims to raise awareness about the health and life expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
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Harmony Week
Harmony Week (15-21 March) celebrates the cohesive and inclusive nature of our diverse nation. Schools, community groups and organisations across Australia host Harmony Week events.
