Aged Care Support Workers

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 pa

Buddy-up onboarding program

Supportive and collaborative work env.

Competitive rates per Enterprise Award

Travel time paid between client visits

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

The Benevolent Society is seeking dedicated home care support workers to assist older Australians in their homes across the Port Macquarie region. You will provide personal care, daily living support, and tailored care according to each client’s plan, with a focus on respecting independence and quality of life.

These are multiple part-time roles offering 10–20 hours per week, with travel to clients’ homes around Narrabeen Beach, Newport Beach, Freshwater and Manly as needed, and flexible

Qualifications

• Must have a Certificate III/IV or Diploma in Aged Care, Home Care, Disability, or related field.
• Must have a current driver’s license and own vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
• Experience or ability to use mobility aids/hoisting devices is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home personal care and support daily living activities (showering, hygiene, meal prep, cleaning, laundry).
• Deliver care aligned with each client’s Care Plan and document changes in health or behavior.
• Monitor client health, report changes, and work with team to ensure quality outcomes.
• Support transportation needs for shopping, appointments and community activities.
• Travel to clients' homes across service locations as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care/Home Care/Disability

Tools

Driver's license

Own vehicle (comprehensive insurance)

Mobility aids/hoisting devices

Job description

• • Multiple Part-time positions, up to 10 to 20 hours per week
  • Travel in and around Sydney's Northern Beaches
  • $28 to $32 per hour + Super (depending on experience)
  • Flexible rostering to suit your schedule.

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

  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.

  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 Narrabeen Beach, Newport Beach, Freshwater, and Manly.
  • 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, Home Care, Disability, or a related field.
  • Experience in using mobility aids/hoisting devices is highly valued.

  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 at The 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.

  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 personalised 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.