Care Worker - Woolooware Shores

Anglicare Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay and benefits

Training and development

Inclusive team environment

Meaningful difference

Rewards program

Employee assistance program

Gym discounts

Job summary

Anglicare Sydney is seeking a Home Care Worker to provide compassionate in-home support to older clients within Sydney's southern suburbs. This casual, on-site role involves assisting with daily living activities, personal care, meal preparation, and meaningful companionship to help clients maintain independence and dignity in their own homes.

You will work with a supportive team at Anglicare Woolooware Shores based in Taren Point and enjoy flexible shifts, ongoing training, and benefits aligned

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassionate approach to elderly care.
• Patience and calmness in challenging situations.
• Clear, respectful communication with clients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home compassionate support to help clients maintain independence.
• Assist with daily living tasks and personal care.
• Offer meal preparation and nutrition support.
• Encourage social engagement and community involvement.
• Provide transport for appointments and activities.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Adaptability

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging, Home, and Community)

Job description

Would you like to use your compassion and care for greater impact?

At Anglicare Sydney, you can. And together, we will.

We're a well-respected not-for-profit that's been serving society's most vulnerable for more than 170 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support.

As a Home Care Worker, you will make a difference that enriches lives and strengthens communities.

In return for your dedication, you'll find genuine support, rewarding career opportunities, and the balance you need to thrive in all areas of your life.

Your opportunity

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Sutherland Shire, our village offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, surrounded by stunning bay views and picturesque sunsets.

As a valued Home Care Worker at Anglicare Woolooware Shores based in Taren Point on site working on a Casual basis, a vibrant and welcoming community set in the heart of Sydney's Southern suburbs.

You will provide compassionate, high-quality support to clients in their own homes, helping them maintain independence and live with dignity.

You will assist with daily living tasks, offer emotional support, and provide meaningful companionship. Your care will ensure clients feel safe, respected, and valued in the comfort of their own environment.

Since this role is fully onsite, there's no need to travel between clients - just a short, pleasant stroll between apartments and villas across our beautifully landscaped village grounds. It's a rewarding way to provide personalised care alongside our supportive and collaborative team.

This position is a Casual position offering a variety of shift times including weekends.

With kindness and understanding, you will provide:

• Domestic Assistance - Supporting with household chores such as washing, ironing, vacuuming, and dusting.
• Meal Preparation - Assisting with planning, preparing, and cooking meals.
• Personal Care Support - Helping with showering, dressing, grooming, and other personal hygiene needs.
• Social Engagement - Providing companionship and encouraging participation in social activities and community engagement.
• Transport Services - Offering transport for appointments, shopping trips, and social outings.

What you'll bring

You are a kind-hearted, patient and respectful person who is passionate about enhancing the lives of older people.

You share our organisational values of integrity, justice, compassion and excellence, and bring them to everything you do.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

What's Required:

• Valid NSW Driver's Licence
• Reliable NSW C Class Motor Vehicle for travel between customer locations
• Current accredited First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations (highly recommended)
• Basic computer and smartphone literacy

What's Preferred:

• Previous experience in Home Care or Disability Support
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging, Home, and Community)

You will also have:

• Empathy - understanding and sharing the feelings of others
• Patience - staying calm and composed in challenging situations
• Communication - clear and respectful interaction with clients and families
• Reliability - being dependable and consistent in care delivery
• Adaptability - adjusting to different needs and environments

At Anglicare Sydney, you will belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds - people who respect you for you and genuinely care.

You’ll also be surrounded by leaders and mentors who support you to grow your career and find the balance that’s right for you.

On top of that, here are just some of the other benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:

• Above award hourly rates of pay and tax-free benefits for permanent employment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
• Access to Anglicare’s rewards program with discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family.

Are you ready for a career that means more?

Anglicare Sydney is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched, and communities strengthened.

Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse.

All required qualifications must be recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework