Home Care Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

Are you passionate about helping others? Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we invite you to explore opportunities with our team and help support elderly customers (65+) to live independently at home.

Do you meet these minimum requirements?

Live near: Scarborough, Wombarra, Austinmer, Coledale, Clifton, Thirroul, Corrimal, Bulli, Woonona, Wollongong, Russell Vale, Bellambi, Balgownie, Fairy Meadow, Kieraville, Gwynneville, Mangerton, Fig Tree, Mount Keira, Mount St Thomasm Mount Kembla, Cordeaux Heights, Farmborough Heights, Unanderra, Berkeley, Warrawong, Lake Heights, Port Kembla and surrounding suburbs

Hold a current Australian Driver's Licence - sorry but we can't accept International licences

Own registered and insured car - shared/rental vehicles not applicable

Australian working rights - No visa sponsorship available

Available to work a minimum of 6 hours a day between 7am – 6pm, Monday to Friday (some weekend rosters available for experienced Carers)

Commitment to our awesome paid 2-week Brilliant@Basics training when you start (We won't throw you in the deep end, we'll support you)

Know this is NOT a vacancy for Disability or to work in facility/nursing home

If you're saying 'YES' to these, we'd love to have you join us

What This Role Offers

  • Open to Entry-Level and Experienced Candidates
  • Permanent Part-Time, limited Casual contracts
  • Permanent Contract hours:
    • New Entrants: 20 - 30 hours per fortnight + flex up shifts
    • Experienced Carers: 20 – 50 hours per fortnight + flex up shifts
  • Hourly Rate: $30.86 - $34.16 per hour + 12% super + 92c km allowance + paid travel time
Just Some Of The Awesome Things You'll Be Doing
  • Entry-Level: Domestic assistance (light cleaning, laundry, unassisted shopping)
  • Experienced: Personal care (showering, medication), domestic assistance, transportation, social support
  • Most importantly: Be a friendly face and brighten someone's day

Domestic assistance will form a significant part of your role for both our new entrants and experienced Carers.

Why You'll Be Smiling Every Day
  • Supportive Team: Whether you're new to the field or an experienced pro, we'll support you every step of the way with paid training and ongoing development
  • Job Stability: Join Australia's largest home care provider – we've been trusted for 180 years so you're in good hands
  • Perks: Think employee discounts, 14 weeks of paid parental leave, and extra leave options + many more
  • Work Hard, Play Hard: We're a team that's passionate about what we do, but we know how to have fun along the way
  • Career Growth: Continuous learning and development opportunities to help you thrive in your career

Ready to join our team of superstars? Apply now and start making a difference today

Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome applicants from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and mature-aged individuals.
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