Personal Support Worker

About us

For over 30 years, Rural Lifestyle Options Australia has been dedicated to addressing unmet need across rural and regional communities. Whilst our organisation was founded in providing high quality disability support, we have grown to support hundreds of clients across a variety of difference services under the NDIS and deliver bespoke Home Care Packages (HCP) which are tailored to assist consumers in remaining independent in their own homes for longer under our Aged Care model.

As an organisation, we are passionate about supporting others to chase their dreams and aspirations. Reinforced by our purpose of 'Tailored supports and compassionate care delivered by our valued team to inspire individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives within the community' we achieve this – one person and one life goal at a time.

Rural Lifestyle Options Australia's commitment to the people who access our services remains resolute, proudly underpinned by our organisation's motto of "Big enough to provide the service, small enough to look after you." For more information about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at

About the role:

We are experiencing growth in the Moreton Bay Region and are looking for people to join our Home Care Team as a Personal Support Worker.

Our Personal Support Workers provide personalised 1:1 Home Care support to consumers accessing our Aged Care Home Care services. Our consumers in these programs receive ongoing care, during which time you will support their reablement and improved quality of life.

If you are interested in making a real difference in the lives of people within your community, we would love for you to apply to join our team.

Key responsibilities include:

Depending on our client's needs, and the home care package or plan, you may be required to perform some or all of the following tasks:

• Domestic assistance such as meal preparation and light cleaning
• Assisting in achievement of goals and building of capacity
• Assisting with personal care needs such as showering, dressing, toileting, eating/drinking
• Transportation to, and assistance with, outings such as shopping or social activities
• Transportation to medical appointments
• Implementing tasks and routines outlined by an approved medical professional
• Maintaining and monitoring health and behaviour changes on an ongoing basis
• Building rapport and collaborating effectively to establish positive relationships

We will discuss specific client needs with you during interview to ensure the best match possible for both our client and yourself.

About you:

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability, Ageing or Community);
• A current First Aid Certificate and CPR Certification;
• Computer savvy: have a smart phone, computer or tablet and ability to document accurate notes about all support shifts;
• An Australian Driver's Licence and ownership of a registered vehicle with comprehensive car insurance;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships;
• Passionate about making a positive impact in our ageing community;
• Rights to work in Australia;

If you meet the above requirements, and share our Company Values of being Authentic; Lifelong Learners; Compassionate; Empowering; Respectful, and Innovative then you could be the person we are looking for

We offer:

• Permanent part time or Casual contracts depending on your location and availability;
• Minimum hourly rate of $34.58 ($43.23 Casual) plus Super (SCHADS Level 2.1 or higher depending on qualification held);
• Travel allowance of $0.99c per kilometre;
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year prorate;
• Meal entertainment and venue hire annual cap of $2,650 per annum prorate;
• A suite of employee award and recognition programs;
• Discounted private health insurance through HCF;
• A Referral Incentive program;
• Ongoing learning and development and career advancement opportunities.

How to Apply:

To join the team please click "Apply" and include your detailed resume and covering letter addressing the key areas of responsibility. Please also supply at least two current referees.

For any enquiries about the position, please phone and ask to speak with Home Care Coordinator, Stefanie Calitz.

IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER:

• All employees of Rural Lifestyle Options Australia are required to hold a National NDIS Worker Screening Check and may also require additional probity checks including Working with Children Check and National Police Check (where relevant to the role).
• Rural Lifestyle Options Australia acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.
• We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.
• We do not consider agency applications.
• Applications close when suitable applicant has been appointed.