Carer

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Parkes; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work arrangements

Health & wellbeing support

Career development

Gym discounts

Novated car leasing

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking a Care Service Employee for casual night shifts to deliver compassionate, person-centered care for residents.

You will assist with meals, personal care, and daily activities, document care using technology, and ensure safety and quality in line with Aged Care Quality Standards.

Applicants should have a Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, be physically capable, and share BaptistCare's Christian values.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care is required.
• Clear, compassionate communication with residents, families and colleagues.
• Physically capable and willing to learn new technologies.
• Understanding BaptistCare’s Christian identity and values.
• Commitment to safe, respectful, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and daily care to residents with dignity.
• Assist with meals, hygiene and daily routines.
• Support activities meaningful to each resident.
• Document care using electronic systems.
• Support residents living with dementia with appropriate care.
• Uphold safety standards and WHS compliance.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Dignified care

Tech-savvy

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care

Tools

Electronic documentation

Job description

Empower Lives with Compassion – Be the Heart of Our Care Team!

Casual Opportunity - Night Shift availability preferred

About the Role

As a Care Service Employee at BaptistCare, you’ll be at the forefront of compassionate care, enabling residents to live well with dignity and purpose. You’ll build genuine connections, understand individual needs and routines, and provide respectful personal and daily care. From assisting with meals and hygiene to supporting activities that matter to each resident, your role is central to their wellbeing.

You’ll also engage with technology to document care, support residents living with dementia, and uphold safety standards through WHS compliance and respectful workplace behaviours.

We offer a competitive salary based on your previous experience from $32.61 - $36.23/hr + superannuation + penalties + salary packaging.

Why Join Us?

At BaptistCare, we value our people and offer:

• Competitive salaries and tax-free salary packaging up to $18,550*
• Flexible work arrangements and additional leave options
• Health and wellbeing support including free counselling, spiritual care, and nutrition advice
• Career development with study assistance up to $3,000/year and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Discounts on gym memberships and novated car leasing

About You

You’re someone who:

• Holds a Certificate III or IV in Aged Care
• Communicates clearly and compassionately with residents, families, and colleagues
• Is physically capable and tech-savvy, with a willingness to learn
• Understands and appreciates BaptistCare’s Christian identity and values
• Is committed to safe, respectful, and high-quality care

Additional Info

• Shifts may include days, nights, and weekends
• Compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards is essential
• Employment is under the BaptistCare NSW & ACT Aged Care Enterprise Agreement
• Mandatory training and Police Background Check required

About Us:

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening check and a pre-employment medical.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.