Care and Wellness Assistant

Care and Wellness Assistant page is loaded## Care and Wellness Assistantlocations: Bathurst Regional, NSWtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: November 17, 2025 (25 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR105147* **Permanent Part Time| 15.2 hours/week*** **Location: Orange, NSW 2800*** **Salary: $39.07/hour + Super + NFP Salary packaging benefits*** **Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need****Life at Mission Australia**When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more and .**Your Opportunity**In this rewarding role, you’ll build positive relationships with residents and deliver personal, clinical, and lifestyle support that enhances wellbeing, dignity, and independence. Working in partnership with consumers, families, carers, and other professionals, you’ll ensure care is delivered safely, respectfully, and in line with Mission Australia’s values and policies.Perm Part Time Shift: Thursday and Friday morning shift.**Your key responsibilities will be to:*** Provide personal care and assistance such as showering, dressing, and mobility support in a manner that maintains dignity and privacy* Follow individualised care plans and communicate any changes in consumer needs, wellbeing, or behaviour* Support consumers with mental health, drug and alcohol, or homelessness-related challenges using a compassionate, harm-minimisation approach* Administer and document medication as prescribed and in accordance with Mission Australia policies and procedures* Maintain accurate, timely documentation of care activities, incidents, and consumer progress* Ensure a safe, clean, and homelike environment, supporting infection control and workplace health and safety procedures* Build positive relationships with consumers to understand their needs and support autonomy and independence* Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing professional development related to Aged Care Standards and best practice**Requirements for Success*** Certificate IV in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent qualification.* Demonstrated experience in delivering personal care within an aged care or community setting.* Understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards and person-centred care principles.* Compassionate, respectful, and professional communication skills.* Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.* Yearly Covid Booster and Flu Vaccine* NDIS ClearanceBefore starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, referee checks, and NDIS.**Your benefits*** Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference* Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via* Free external, confidential counselling and access to* Volunteering opportunities* Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.**Our culture**Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our for additional contact details.We Strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au**How to apply**Click ‘Apply’ and send your application todayAs a committed employer, we will respond to your application.**Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you**[](blob:https://missionaustralia.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/f598123e-bf30-4adf-a023-0ad01ccc03fe)0:00 / 0:42
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