Care Worker

Driver/Carer role
Permanent part-time
LR/MR Licence and a Cert III desirable
Toyota Coaster 22 Seater Vehicle
What you’ll be doing in this role
You’ll provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents living in our aged care home, to help support their independence and improve their quality of life
Provide driving services to and be responsible for the welfare and safety of residents and clients travelling between their places of residence and other Uniting Locations and on outings
Assist residents and clients to enter and exit the bus and provide mobility support as required
Provide supervision of residents and clients and ensure their safety always
Assisting with medication and simple wound dressings and
Supporting residents in community-based recreational and social activities.
What we offer you
Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)
A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members
**Click here to find out more about our great benefits**: Benefits of working at Uniting
Who we’re looking for
Ideally, you’ll have a Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or Individual Support or an equivalent qualification.
LR/MR Licence highly desirable
You’ll have previous experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin your career in aged care if you’re studying or have recently become qualified.
You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
How to Apply
If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you.
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value - it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.