Aged Care Support Worker

Dovida; Bullatale; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Dovida Caregivers provide in-home support and companionship to seniors and people with disabilities, helping with daily tasks and more complex care. The role is based locally with a flexible schedule, offering in-house training and an Employee Assistance Program to support caregivers.

To succeed, you should be compassionate, personable, and able to travel between client homes within the city; a valid Australian driver license and vehicle are required, plus rights to work in Australia.

Qualifications

• Have a big heart, patience, and a desire to help improve the lives of seniors and their families.
• Be personable, compassionate, approachable, and able to build relationships.
• Must be located within our Potts Point, Circular Quay, Paddington region and willing to travel a reasonable distance from client to client.
• Happy to drive in the city for services.
• Must be available a minimum of 3 days of availability during the weekdays (Monday-Friday) during hours of 7am-5pm.
• Desirable if you have a cert 3 in Individual Support or Aged Care.
• Desirable if you have had professional or personal experience in aged care or disability.
• Must have a laptop/tablet and mobile smart phone to be able to navigate through various applications.
• Must have a valid Australian open driver license, access to a reliable car, and have comprehensive car insurance.
• Applicants must have permanent or temporary rights to work in Australia with no restrictions.

Skills

Big heart

Patience

Relationship building

Willingness to travel

Education

Cert III in Individual Support or Aged Care

Tools

Laptop/Tablet

Smartphone

Job description

As a Caregiver with Dovida, you’ll provide more than just support to your clients - you will become an essential part of their Circle of Care. Whether it’s assisting with daily tasks, offering companionship, or providing more complex care, you will bring kindness, respect and understanding into their home.

At Dovida, we celebrate what makes you unique and provide the resources you need to grow and thrive.

If you’re passionate about making a real impact in the lives of older people or people living with a disability, we’d love for you to join our Dovida family.

WHY BECOME A DOVIDA CAREGIVER?

Work locally and get paid higher than award rates.

A flexible work schedule that enables you to work hours to suit you either during the day, evening, overnight or at weekends.

Comprehensive in-house training program for personal or professional development.

Employee Assistance Program available for all our Caregivers

ABOUT YOU

Have a big heart, patience, and a desire to help improve the lives of seniors and their families.

Be personable, compassionate, approachable, and able to build relationships.

Must be located within our Potts Point, Circular Quay, Paddington region and willing to travel a reasonable distance from client to client.

Happy to drive in the city for services.

Must be available a minimum of 3 days of availability during the weekdays (Monday-Friday) during hours of 7am-5pm.

Desirable if you have a cert 3 in Individual Support or Aged Care.

Desirable if you have had professional or personal experience in aged care or disability.

Must have a laptop/tablet and mobile smart phone to be able to navigate through various applications.

Must have avalid Australian opendriver license, access to a reliable car, and have comprehensive car insurance.

Applicants must have permanent or temporary rights to work in Australia with no restrictions.

ABOUT US

Dovida is a national provider of high-quality, person-centered home care. We provide a range of services including everyday companionship, domestic assistance, personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, and transport to appointments, shopping, and social outings.

At Dovida, our mission is to support, empower, and uplift individuals by keeping them at the heart of everything we do and every decision about their care. As a Dovida caregiver, you will bring joy, connection, and support to someone’s life. You’ll be there to help with their needs, celebrate their uniqueness, and brighten their days. This is work with a purpose, where who you are is at the heart of care.

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