Care Partner (Bendigo)

Carer's Network; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Carer's Network in Bendigo is seeking a dedicated Care Partner - Support at Home. You will be the trusted, hands-on professional coordinating in-home care, building relationships with clients and families, and shaping personalised care plans to help older people live independently at home.

This role offers autonomy, a supportive team, and a clear path to impact across Bendigo communities. We value experienced candidates with case management background, a valid Victorian driver licence, and

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant case management experience in home-based aged care or community services.
• Diploma or tertiary qualification in aged care, community services, disability, social work, nursing, allied health, or a related field.
• Victorian Driver Licence is required.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check is required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage client relationships from referral through to ongoing reviews.
• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments and develop personalised care plans.
• Develop budgets and service agreements and monitor package utilisation.
• Coordinate services with scheduling, care workers, and allied health professionals.
• Maintain records to meet Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify improvements to enhance client experience and service delivery.

Education

Diploma or tertiary qualification in aged care, community services, disability, social work, nursing, allied health, or a related field

Job description

Full job description

Care Partner - Support at Home

Location - Bendigo

Employment - Full Time

Salary- $100K to $110K per annum + Superannuation

Extra - Company Vehicle provided during work hours

This is ‘Care Management’ you can feel proud of

At Carer's Network, a Care Partner is never just a name at the end of a phone. You are the trusted person who listens, understands what matters, and brings the right support together. You will see the difference your decisions make - in a client's confidence, a family's reassurance, and an older person's ability to keep living life their way.This is a hands‑on, relationship‑led role for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and knows that great care starts with listening. You will have the autonomy to solve problems, the backing of a supportive team and the opportunity to help shape quality care across Bendigo and surrounding communities.

Why this role is worth making your move

• Purpose you can see. Your work directly helps older people remain safe, connected, and independent at home.
• Relationships that matter. Know your clients, earn their trust, and walk alongside them as their needs and goals change.
• Real ownership. Manage your portfolio, make informed decisions, and turn care plans into practical outcomes.
• A voice that is heard. Join a family‑owned, growing organisation where ideas, initiative and local knowledge are valued.
• A strong package. Earn $100,000 to $110,000 per year plus superannuation, with the available use of a company vehicle.
• Room to grow. Access supported learning, ongoing industry training, and employee wellbeing initiatives.

This Could Be the Move Your Career Has Been Waiting For!

What you will own

• Client relationships. Be the primary point of contact for clients and families, from referral and assessment through to ongoing reviews.
• Care planning. Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments and build personalised plans around each client's strengths, priorities, and goals.
• Budgets and agreements. Develop individual budgets, manage service agreements, and monitor package utilisation in line with Support at Home requirements.
• Service coordination. Partner with Scheduling, care workers, allied health professionals, and other stakeholders to deliver seamless support.
• Quality and compliance. Maintain accurate records and ensure services meet the Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory requirements.
• Better ways of working. Spot opportunities to strengthen the client experience, improve service delivery and support sustainable growth.

You will thrive here if you

• Lead with people. You are warm, perceptive, and genuinely person‑centred, with the confidence to hold clear and respectful conversations.
• Know community care. You bring at least one year of relevant case management experience in home‑based aged care or community services; deeper experience is highly regarded.
• Understand the detail. You can manage budgets, priorities, documentation, and compliance without losing sight of the person behind the plan.
• Stay calm and find a way forward. You are organised, digitally capable and comfortable making decisions in a changing environment.
• Bring relevant training. A diploma or tertiary qualification in aged care, community services, disability, social work, nursing, allied health, or a related field is highly regarded. A nursing background is desirable.
• Can travel locally. You hold a valid Victorian Driver Licence.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check. You have or are willing to obtain the required NDISWSC clearance.

Bring your experience somewhere it will matter

Carer's Network is a local, family‑owned provider supporting older Australians and NDIS participants to live independently at home. We are big enough to provide trusted systems and support, yet small enough for people, relationships, and good ideas to remain at the centre of what we do.

Ready to make your move?

Please note - Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Carer's Network values diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a diploma or tertiary qualification in aged care, community services, disability, social work, nursing, allied health, or a related field?

Experience:

• aged care, community services, disability, social work, : 1 year (Required)

Licence/Certification:

• Victorian Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person