Aged Care Support Worker - Benevolent Society

Benevolent Society; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 pa

Buddy-up onboarding

Supportive work environment

Competitive rates (Enterprise Award)

Paid travel time

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

The Benevolent Society in Sydney is seeking dedicated home care support workers to help older clients live independently at home. You will provide in-home personal care, assist with daily living, and work to enrich clients’ quality of life. This role offers part-time hours and travel within eastern and city suburbs.

You will build trusted relationships, follow care plans, and report changes to the team. A Certificate 3/4 or diploma in Aged Care, a valid driver's license and a vehicle are

Qualifications

• Certificate 3/4 or diploma in Aged Care/Disability or related field.
• Current driver's license and own vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
• Willingness to travel to clients within service locations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster relationships with diverse clients.
• Flexible in working hours to meet client needs.
• Experience using mobility aids and hoisting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home personal care such as showering, hygiene, meals, cleaning, and laundry.
• Deliver care aligned with each client's Care Plan.
• Monitor and report changes in health or behavior.
• Work with the team to create a positive client experience.
• Support transportation needs, including shopping trips and appointments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

Certificate 3/4 or diploma in Aged Care/Disability

Tools

Mobility aids

Hoisting experience

Job description

• Multiple Part-time positions up to 10 to 20 hours per week. (subject to your availability)
• Travel in and around the Eastern and City Suburbs.
• $28 to $32 per hour + Super (depending on experience)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of seniors? Do you possess the heart and dedication to provide exceptional care to those who have enriched our world with a lifetime of experiences? If so, we invite you to be a part of our family atThe Benevolent Society

The Benevolent Society (TBS) is a not-for-profit, non-religious organisation. Since 1813, we have beenfocused on putting people first.Two centuries of advocacy have helped improve the provision of, and access to, much-needed services at all stages of life. Today, our services support children, families, people with a disability, and older Australians. Our vision is to create ajust society where all Australians can live their best life.

As part of The Benevolent Society vision, we are strongly committed to reconciliation with our First Nations people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

If that cause excites you, please read on!

We are currently searching for dedicated home care support workers to assist older clients in the community. Your responsibilities will revolve around preserving their independence at home and enriching their quality of life.

In this role, you will:

• Provide in-home personal care, assisting with daily living activities such as showering, personal hygiene, meal preparation, house cleaning, and laundry & ironing.
• Deliver personalized care aligned with each client's unique Care Plan.
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in the client’s health or behavior.
• Working as a team to create a positive experience for our clients.
• Provide support with transportation needs, helping with shopping trips and appointments to empower active community patriation.

Requirements:

• Must have a current driver's license and your own vehicle (with comprehensive insurance).
• Willingness to travel to clients' homes within the specified service locations, such as;Paddington, Bellevue Hill, Bondi, Queens Park, Glebe, Waterloo, Potts Point, Maroubra, Kingsford, Botany, Mascot, and Pyrmont.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, punctual, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.
• Flexibility in working hours and approach. We strive to align our team members' availability with the needs of our clients.
• A Certificate 3, 4, or diploma in Aged Care/Disability, or a related field.
• Experience in using mobility aids and assisting with client hoisting is advantageous.

Our Benefits:

• Salary Benefits -You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay!(pro-rata for part-time roles)
• Our Buddy-up program is an integral part of our exceptional onboarding process, designed to ensure your success.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive rates, as per our Enterprise Agreement
• Paid travel time - get paid for your travel time between clients.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians while enjoying a flexible and rewarding career.