Care Worker

Wesley Mission Queensland; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payment for entire shift including pre

Petrol reimbursement 96c/km

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Flexible hours

Supportive team culture

Meaningful work

Job summary

Wesley Mission Queensland – Gold Coast QLD is seeking a dedicated Care Worker to support older Australians to remain living independently in their own homes, providing personal care and companionship.

You will work with a flexible schedule, with travel between clients, and receive kilometre reimbursements, salary packaging up to $18,550, and ongoing guidance from experienced coordinators to make a meaningful difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience providing personal care and supporting clients in daily life.
• Compassionate, respectful and client-focused approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Flexibility to work across shifts and locations.
• Commitment to promoting client independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Support older Australians to remain living independently in their own homes.
• Build meaningful connections and provide personal care and daily support.
• Coordinate with coordinators and adapt to client needs and schedules.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Time Management

Independence

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Job description

Wesley Mission Queensland – Gold Coast QLD

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters

As a Care Worker with WMQ's Community Aged Care team, you'll support older Australians to remain living independently in their own homes while building meaningful connections and making a genuine difference every day.

What We Offer

• Get paid from the start to the end of your shift, including travel time between clients
• 96c/km reimbursement for petrol
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 to increase your take-home pay
• Flexible hours that fit around your lifestyle
• Supportive team culture and ongoing guidance from experienced coordinators
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older Australians

What We're Looking For

• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent)
• Experience providing personal care and supporting clients in their daily lives
• Compassionate, respectful and client-focused approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
• Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts and locations
• Commitment to promoting client independence, wellbeing and quality of life

A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have!

• Previous experience in Community Aged Care, Home Care or Disability Support
• Experience supporting clients with personal care, mobility and social support
• Knowledge of person-centred care practices
• Experience working within clients' homes and community settings
• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent)
• Current Australian Driver's Licence (minimum Green ‘P’ Plates)
• Access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
• Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ policy
• Ability to travel throughout Hervey Bay and surrounding suburbs