Care Companion

Australian Unity; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-Being leave days

Community leave

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Australian Unity is hiring a Care Companion for casual shifts at St Brigids Green in Sydney. The role offers $37.32 per hour plus super and casual loading with a flexible 7-day roster to support a home-like community for residents.

You will provide daily care and companionship, build relationships with residents and families, and follow health and safety guidelines. Requirements include a Certificate III in Individual Support/Disability (or first year of Nursing), current NDISWC, COVID-19 and

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support/Disability required or completed first year of nursing.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to apply.
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (1 dose minimum) and 2026 influenza vaccination.
• Full working rights, visa sponsorship not available.
• Availability across 7 day roster for casual positions.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents with daily care and companionship.
• Building strong relationships with residents, families, and the team.
• Maintaining safety by following health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Companionship

Relationship building

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support/Disability

Nursing course (first year)

Job description

Care Companion – Where Every Day is a Chance to Make a Difference.At Australian Unity, we believe in the power of kindness, connection, and care. As a Care Companion, you’ll be doing more than just a job—you’ll be enriching lives, including your own.

Location: St Brigids Green

Contract: casual shifts

Pay: $37.32 p/hr + super + casual loading

A Unique Model of Care: Better Together

You’ll enjoy working within our Better Together social model of ageing well, which is all about creating a real sense of home and community.

• Smaller, household-style living environments
• A strong focus on building genuine relationships
• Higher staff-to-resident ratios for more personalised care
• Consistent rostering so you can truly get to know the people you support
• EnjoyadditionalyearlyWell-Being and Communityleave days as well as up to 14 weeks paid parental leave with equal benefits for both parents and access toa number ofemployee discounts.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting residents with daily care and companionship
• Building strong relationships with residents, families, and your team
• Keeping everyone safe by following health and safety guidelines

What We’re Looking For

• A Certificate III in Individual Support/Disability or completed first year of Nursing course
• Current NDISWC or willingnes to apply for one
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (1 dose minimum) and 2026 Influenza
• Full working rights, sorry no visa sponsorship available
• Availaiblity across 7 day roster casual positions

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Whether you're Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, from a culturally diverse background, returning to work, or changing careers—we want to hear from you.