Support Worker

4 weeks ago


Parramatta, Australia Uniting Full time

Join our Day Centre Team and bring joy and engagement to the lives of elderly clients

Position: Permanent Part-time, Weekday
Location: 
Chatswood
Salary: 
$28.94 - $34.76 per hour

About the Opportunity
You'll help seniors stay socially connected and engaged in activities and experiences while attending our Day Centre in Chatswood. You'll provide essential support that enhances well-being, promotes happiness, and impacts their quality of life.

What you will be doing in this role

  • Assist in the development, planning and running of a range of social and recreational activities for clients
  • Facilitate cultural activities and special events
  • Provide physical, personal and social support to clients as needed
  • Monitor and document the client's progress
  • Assist in the day-to-day running of all aspects of the Centre, including excursions and the transport of clients
  • Assist clients in and out of their homes and on/off vehicle into the centre or other destinations as necessary
  • Where required, drive the Facility Bus and the Facility Commuter Vehicle

Who we are looking for

  • Previous experience in aged or community care.
  • Experience or an interest in Senior's leisure and lifestyle
  • Pro-active and energetic self-starter with a strong customer service focus and computer competence 
  • Background supporting clients experiencing cognitive decline
  • Empathetic, creative and resourceful, embodying Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.
  • A provisional or full Australian driving license
  • Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.

About Uniting Aged Care

When you’re part of Uniting NSW & ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute 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 leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of children and young people.

What We Offer You:

  • A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
  • Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
  • Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
  • Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
  • A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
  • A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career  
  • Purchase of additional leave

Click here to learn more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting 

What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

  • A National Police Check
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Working Rights Check

How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.


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