Aged Care Support Worker

African Union; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

DPV Health in Melbourne’s northern growth corridor invites an experienced casual Aged Care Support Worker to join Centre-Based programs at Meadow Heights, Craigieburn and Mill Park. You will develop group activities, provide personal and social support, and help create a safe, caring environment for clients.

You will hold a Certificate IV in Disability/Aged Care or be working toward a relevant qualification, with strong communication, time management and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Cert IV in Disability/Aged Care or working towards qualification.
• Understanding of aged care.
• Strong communication and rapport-building skills.
• Time management, problem solving, communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop group programs for client needs.
• Provide direct support during program delivery.
• Create a positive environment for client well-being.
• Foster relationships with clients and families.
• Provide emotional support and listening to clients.

Skills

Aged Care Cert IV

Client communication

Time management

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Certificate IV Disability/Aged Care or Individual Support

Job description

Job Description

Introduction

Great People. Great Careers. Excellent Healthcare

DPV Health is a leading healthcare service provider delivering a wide variety of clinical, community health and wellbeing services across Melbourne's northern growth corridor. DPV Health has been awarded the Premier's Primary Healthcare Service of the Year in 2023 & 2024.

Our People are the foundation of DPV Health; they are what make our organisation thrive and the ones who create meaningful change in people's lives. Over 700 professionals support and deliver excellent health care to our community at DPV Health. We are always looking for passionate, driven, great people to join our team and make a lasting impact. That is why we foster a workplace culture that is as rewarding as it is inclusive. We are committed to supporting Our People to lead fulfilling lives, no matter who they are, or where they are from - or where they are going.

Our workplace culture is committed to DPV Health values and celebrates workforce diversity reinforcing the positive approach we have to the way people contribute, communicate, engage and interact. Our People deserve to feel empowered and supported as they pursue their professional goals, learn new skills, and achieve meaningful milestones in their work. At DPV Health, we foster an environment that promotes greater growth, innovation, and collaboration, so you can feel elevated every day.

Our employee benefits, connect, recognise, and support Our People, acknowledging and valuing everyday contributions to the success and culture at DPV Health. We strive to ensure that Our People thrive at work and in all personal and professional pursuits. We invest in Our People, proudly offering a diverse range of opportunities including knowledge sharing, ongoing learning and development, leadership development, connectedness, and celebration; these are key pillars in our culture.

That's the DPV Health Way. For a full list of our benefits and more on great careers at DPV Health, please see our website.

Description

Greatness starts here!

DPV Health is passionate about ensuring everyone has the opportunity to live a fulfilled life, regardless of their ability. We deliver flexible services so we can be responsive to a person's goals, needs and lifestyle!

We are looking for experienced casual Aged Care Support Workers to join our Centre-Based programs in Meadow Heights, Craigieburn, and Mill Park to:

• Developing and facilitating group programs that best suit the client’s needs and goals.
• Provide direct support for individuals during program delivery such as personal care, behavioural, physical, and social supports.
• Create a positive environment for all clients promoting both physical and emotional well-being.
• Provide quality services and outcomes, by the relationships formed between staff, the people we support, their families and representatives.
• Providing emotional support by talking to clients about their needs and listening to their concerns

Skills And Experiences

Bring your great, everyday!

To be considered for this rewarding role you will have:

• Certificate IV Disability/Aged Care or Individual Support, or currently working towards a relevant qualification
• Understanding of what is involved in working with aged care
• Good communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and families
• Excellent time management, problem solving, communication and computer skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team to create a positive culture

The fine print

• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check, International Police Check (if applicable), hold a valid WWCC and NDIS Clearance.
• Full driver license and travel between sites required.
• Experience and ability to drive DPV Health Buses (11-seater)
• Level 2 First Aid Certificate
• COVID-19 Vaccinated

Our Talent Experience

For further information, please contact Brooke Jones - Team Leader Social Support on [e-mail]. Interviews will be scheduled as they are received, so please don’t delay.

Closing date for applications will be 25th October 2026

While we're reviewing your application, get to know us by visiting our website and on social media to explore how you can #bringyourgreateveryday.

DPV Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring we have an inclusive, diverse and safe workplace for our staff and clients. To us diversity means people of any age, family situation, cultural and linguistic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical sex characteristics, ability or disability, health, life experience, socio-economic situation, faith, spirituality and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. We encourage all individuals to apply.

To learn about the assistance we can offer during the recruitment process, your potential work environment, access features of a location, or if you require alternative formats to our process please contact [e-mail]

We will not be accepting applications from agencies for this position.