Care Worker - Night Duty

Uniting NSW & ACT; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Uniting NSW & ACT is seeking an experienced Night Duty Care Worker to provide compassionate, person-centred care in our dementia community at North Parramatta. You will support residents to maintain independence, dignity and quality of life, working closely with the leadership team to deliver high standards of care.

You will bring Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, dementia care experience, and strong communication to build trust with residents, families and colleagues in a demanding but rewarding

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting residents living with dementia in a residential aged care setting.
• Ability to provide person-centred care in a high-care dementia environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including showering, dressing, grooming and mobility support.
• Assist residents during mealtimes and with activities of daily living.
• Support medication assistance and simple wound care where required.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and provide emotional support and companionship.
• Support residents living with dementia using person-centred approaches that promote dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Dementia care experience

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or equivalent

Job description

More than personal care. Bring your experience, compassion and confidence to dementia care

• Night Duty Care Worker
• $36.23 + Casual Loading and Super
• Great aged care opportunities for qualified carers with Dementia Care experienced
• North Parramatta location

What you'll be doing in this role

As a valued member of our team, you'll provide compassionate care and support to residents, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.

This role is based in a dedicated high care dementia community, supporting residents with complex care and behavioural needs. You'll use your experience, empathy and professional judgement to provide person-centred care, helping residents feel safe, valued and connected every day.

You will:

• Provide personal care including showering, dressing, grooming and mobility support.
• Assist residents during mealtimes and with activities of daily living.
• Support medication assistance and simple wound care where required.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and provide emotional support and companionship.
• Support residents living with dementia using person-centred approaches that promote dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.
• Respond calmly and confidently to changing behaviours and care needs, using effective communication and de-escalation techniques.
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities.
• Work closely with the leadership team to identify opportunities for service improvement.
• Promote best practice documentation and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a positive team culture by supporting best practice, sharing knowledge and helping maintain consistently high standards of care.

Curious about working at Uniting? Click the link below to see how you can support residents to live their day their way

A Day in the Life, with Uniting Aged Care

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Access to our U Rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• A commitment to offering opportunities to grow your career.
• Employee Referral Program – $250 bonus for each successful referral.

Click here to learn more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting

Who we're looking for

You're an experienced aged care professional who communicates with confidence, builds rapport easily and enjoys working collaboratively with others. You are passionate about delivering person-centred care and understand the importance of creating meaningful moments for people living with dementia. You remain calm under pressure, adapt to changing situations and are committed to providing high-quality care that makes a genuine difference in residents' lives.

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.

• Demonstrated experience supporting residents living with dementia in a residential aged care setting, with the confidence and resilience to provide care in a high-care environment.

• Confidence working in a high care dementia environment, with the ability to build trust, respond positively to behaviours of concern and support residents with compassion and respect.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Confident collaborating across teams and supporting positive outcomes through professional communication and a solutions-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Well-organised and able to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
• A proactive mindset, with the confidence to share ideas, support best practice and contribute positively to team outcomes.
• Adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, living Uniting's values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Who is Uniting?

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value. It's how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check and Reference Checks.