Home Care Assistant

Aged Care Services | Aged Care

Closing date: 11/10/2025

When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life's journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.

About the role

In this rewarding role, you'll make a real difference in the lives of older Australians by supporting them to continue living independently in the comfort of their own homes. Every day brings the opportunity to build meaningful connections and provide practical, heartfelt support that helps clients live life to the fullest.

As part of your role, you will assist with:

• Domestic assistance in the home, such as cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, tidying, reorganising, laundry, and linen changes
• Accessing the community, including shopping, social activities, and medical appointments
• Preparing tasty and nutritious meals
• Providing companionship and social support to support clients live their best life at home

About you

You're passionate about empowering older Australians to maintain their independence and live confidently in their own homes. You bring empathy, reliability, and strong communication skills, along with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

In addition, you will have:

• Flexibility to work a minimum of three weekdays per week between 9AM and 5PM
• Previous experience working as a Home Care Assistant is highly desired, but not essential
• Excellent communication skills
• A current Driver's License
• A roadworthy vehicle registered in WA and covered by Third-Party/Comprehensive insurance
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last 6 months)

About the benefits

You'll become part of an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming Western Australian organisation passionately committed to making a meaningful impact in the local community. Our MercyCare Promise is focused on ensuring our people are connected and empowered to make a positive difference in the heart of our communities.

As a valued team member, you'll also enjoy access to:

• Not-for-profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000
• Competitive hourly rate starting at $32 per hour + travel allowance of 88¢ per km
• Childcare discounts for your little ones
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations

To Apply

Click "Apply Now" to visit our website and submit your application. Applications close on 11th October 2025, but don't wait—apply early, as we will progress the recruitment process soon.

Please note all applications must be received via the online portal to be considered.

Mercy Care values individuality. If you experience neurodiversity or live with a disability and would like support or accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process reach out to us at we would love to hear from you.

At MercyCare, every person matters.

With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.