Support Worker

7 days ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia CatholicCare Central Queensland Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
  • Make a genuine difference every day by supporting people to live safely and independently in their own homes.
  • Join a supportive, values-driven team that invests in your growth through ongoing training and development.
  • Enjoy flexibility and security with guaranteed minimum hours, award pay rates, and generous salary packaging benefits ($32.85/hr – Unqualified | $34.58/hr – Qualified, award rates).

At CatholicCare Central Queensland, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, independence, and connection. As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping people remain safe, supported, and independent in their own homes — while building a meaningful and rewarding career.

About the Role

Make a real difference in your community as a Support Worker, helping clients stay safe, independent, and connected in their own homes. Enjoy flexible hours, award pay rates, and the opportunity to build a rewarding, purpose-driven career.

Each service is tailored to meet clients unique needs and personal goals.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities May Include:

Personal Care: Bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene support

Domestic Support: Cleaning, laundry, meal prep, maintaining a safe home

Social & Community Engagement: Outings, appointments, and connection

Life Skills & Independence: Supporting with shopping, cooking

Medication & Transport Assistance: Where suitably qualified

Respite & Mental Health Support: Temporary care and behavioural assistance

What's in it for You

Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle

Ongoing training and professional development

Generous salary sacrificing options to increase your net pay

Guaranteed weekly minimum hours

A caring, inclusive, and supportive team culture

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Available 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle)

Current First Aid & CPR Certificate

QLD C/CA Driver's Licence + reliable vehicle

Compassionate and client-centred approach

Strong communication and resilience in varied situations

Desirable:

Certificate III (or higher) in Individual Support or equivalent

12+ months of industry experience

Experience in personal care, manual handling, and behavioural support

Medication administration competency

If you are passionate about supporting individuals in their daily lives and meet the availability requirements, we would love to hear from you

Why Join CatholicCare?

CatholicCare Central Queensland (formerly CentacareCQ) is a trusted, not-for-profit organisation supporting individuals and families across the Rockhampton Diocese—from Mackay to Bundaberg, and west to Longreach. Rooted in Christian values and Catholic Social Justice principles, we welcome people from all walks of life and backgrounds.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about helping others live independently and meet the availability requirements, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your resume

Include a short cover letter outlining your interest and availability

NB: All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of relevant screening and background checks, including an Australian Federal Police check, an NDIS disability worker screening check, and attainment of a Blue Card for working with children, prior to commencement.

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