AIN / Support Worker – Community Aged Care

The Hub Medical Centre and Huntley HomeCare; Burpengary; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual employment

Flexible scheduling

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

The Hub Medical Centre and Huntley HomeCare in Burpengary, Queensland, is seeking a compassionate Aged & Disability Support Worker to join our community aged care team on a casual basis. You will provide personal care, daily living support and companionship to older adults and people with disabilities in their homes and local community.

We value empathy, reliability and teamwork; you’ll have opportunities for training, flexible shifts and support from experienced mentors while making a

Qualifications

• Passion for working with older people and disabilities.
• Certificate III in Aged Care or Disability Support (or equivalent).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Working with Children check/Blue Card or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Ability to work flexibly in a casual role.
• Commitment to client confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing and toileting.
• Assist with meals and light household tasks.
• Medication reminders and ensuring adherence.
• Provide companionship and social engagement.
• Assist mobility and safe transfers with aids.
• Maintain care notes and report changes to supervisors.
• Uphold privacy, dignity and client preferences.
• Collaborate with clients, families and care team.
• Follow health, safety, infection control and manual handling protocols.
• Support participation in community activities.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Mobility assistance

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Certificate III in Disability Support

Job description

AIN / Support Worker – Community Aged Care

The Hub Medical Centre and Huntley HomeCare – Burpengary QLD

Huntley Home Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Aged & Disability Support Worker to join our community aged care team. This is a casual position based in Burpengary, Queensland, offering flexibility whilst making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and people with disabilities within our local community.

Key responsibilities

• Providing personal care assistance including help with bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
• Supporting clients with activities of daily living and household tasks such as meal preparation and light cleaning
• Assisting with medication reminders and ensuring clients take medications as prescribed
• Providing companionship and social engagement to promote emotional wellbeing
• Helping clients with mobility, transferring and using mobility aids safely
• Maintaining detailed and accurate care notes and reporting any changes in client condition to supervisors
• Respecting client privacy, dignity and individual preferences at all times
• Building positive relationships with clients, families and other members of the care team
• Adhering to all health and safety protocols, including infection control and manual handling procedures
• Supporting clients to participate in community activities and social outings as appropriate

What we're looking for

• A genuine passion for working with older people and individuals with disabilities, demonstrating empathy and patience in all interactions
• Current or willingness to obtain a Certificate III in Aged Care or Certificate III in Disability Support, or equivalent qualification
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain these qualifications
• A valid Working with Children check and/or Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)
• A clean drivers licence and access to reliable transport to travel between client locations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen actively and respond with compassion
• Physical capability to perform manual care tasks and mobility assistance safely
• Reliability, punctuality and the ability to manage a flexible work schedule as required in a casual role
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and upholding professional boundaries
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a wider care team
• Excellent personal hygiene standards and commitment to health and safety best practice

What we offer

Huntley Home Care, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing and professional development of our team members. We offer:

• Casual employment with flexible scheduling to suit your lifestyle
• Competitive hourly rates in line with aged and disability care industry standards
• Access to professional development and training opportunities to advance your career in aged and disability care
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values compassion, respect and teamwork
• Opportunities to work with a variety of clients and develop meaningful relationships within your community
• Comprehensive induction and on-the-job training from experienced mentors
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources to support your physical and mental health
• A team that recognises and celebrates the important work you do every day

About us

Huntley Home Care are dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred health and aged care services to the Burpengary community and surrounding areas. We believe that every individual deserves to live with dignity, independence and compassion, particularly during their later years or when managing a disability. Our mission is to deliver integrated care that supports people to live fulfilling lives in their own homes and communities. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, our commitment to quality care standards, and our compassionate team who genuinely care about the clients we serve. If you share our values and are looking to make a real difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.