Aged Care Assistant – Flexible Hours, Travel Reimb.

Life Without Barriers; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Employee discounts

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Life Without Barriers in Dandenong is seeking an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant. You will provide in-home support to older Australians in the Dandenong region, helping them stay independent and connected to their community.

Casual shifts are available Monday to Friday during daytime hours. A valid driver's licence and insured vehicle are required for travel between clients.

You will work with the care team, complete pre-employment checks, and make a real difference in your local community.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or Home & Community Care or equivalent qualification.
• Experience supporting older people in home/community/aged care settings.
• Experience with dementia care is highly regarded.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.”
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic assistance including cleaning, laundry, dishwashing, tidying and maintaining a safe home environment
• Support clients with personal care tasks such as showering, dressing, grooming and daily hygiene
• Assist with meal preparation, shopping and other everyday living activities
• Transport clients to medical appointments, social outings and community activities
• Promote independence, choice and dignity while building meaningful relationships with clients and their families
• Monitor client wellbeing and report any concerns to the care team

Skills

Driver licence

Dementia care experience

Communication skills

First Aid/CPR

In-home support

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent

Job description

Life Without Barriers in Dandenong is seeking an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant. You will provide in-home support to older Australians in the Dandenong region, helping them stay independent and connected to their community.

Casual shifts are available Monday to Friday during daytime hours. A valid driver's licence and insured vehicle are required for travel between clients.

You will work with the care team, complete pre-employment checks, and make a real difference in your local community.