Aged Care Home & Community Assistant – Flexible, Local

Life Without Barriers; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Competitive hourly rates

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Employee discounts

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Life Without Barriers in Australia is hiring an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant to support older Australians in the Dandenong region. Casual shifts across Monday–Friday daytime hours, with travel between clients and a 1.05 per kilometre allowance. Join a values-driven team delivering personalized in-home care and community connection.

You’ll need a Certificate III in Ageing or equivalent, a current driver’s licence and First Aid/ CPR, plus strong communication skills and a caring approach.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Ageing/Home & Community Care or equivalent
• Experience in home/aged care settings
• Dementia care experience is highly regarded
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and a reliable vehicle
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification

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

Strong communication

First Aid & CPR

Driver's Licence

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Job description

Life Without Barriers in Australia is hiring an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant to support older Australians in the Dandenong region. Casual shifts across Monday–Friday daytime hours, with travel between clients and a 1.05 per kilometre allowance. Join a values-driven team delivering personalized in-home care and community connection.

You’ll need a Certificate III in Ageing or equivalent, a current driver’s licence and First Aid/ CPR, plus strong communication skills and a caring approach.