Home Support Team Member

- Help older Australians and enjoy rewarding, meaningful work
- Work within Darlinghurst, Sydney
- $38 to $45 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + Super
- Flexible rostering to suit your lifestyle between Mon – Fri, 6am - 6pm

Our Organisation

The Benevolent Society’s vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. We are an independent, non-religious service provider, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people and their families; older people; carers and those at the margins of society.

We are strongly committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the role

We’re searching for experienced and compassionate Home Care Support Workers to assist older clients in the community. You’ll play a key role in helping clients remain independent in their own homes, supporting their dignity, safety, and quality of life. We have shifts available based on client demand, Monday – Friday, 6am – 6pm.

Duties will include:

- Providing personal care support such as showering, grooming, and personal hygiene
- Supporting with meal preparation, household cleaning, laundry, and ironing
- Assisting with shopping, medical appointments, and social outings
- Monitoring and reporting any changes in a client’s health or behaviour, escalating concerns to ensure safety
- Delivering care in line with individual Care Plans and maintaining accurate documentation
- Travelling between client homes within your local service area including Sydney CBD, Darlinghurst, Glebe, Redfern, Randwick and Mascot

Skills and Requirements

- Current driver’s licence and reliable car with comprehensive insurance
- Certificate III, IV or Diploma in Aged Care, Home Care, Disability, or related field
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Clear verbal communication skills to engage effectively with older clients
- Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
- Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care
- Flexibility in hours and approach, with availability aligned to client needs
- Ability to review and accurately document care plans
- Experience using mobility aids and assisting with client hoisting (advantageous)
- Paid travel time between clients
- Our 'buddy-up' program is an integral part of our exceptional on boarding process, designed to ensure your success.
- Asupportive and collaborative work environment.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.
- Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians while enjoying a flexible and rewarding career.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Apply online today

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter via the apply link.

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.

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