Carer - Leura - Blue Mountains

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Blue Mountains City; Hybrid; AUD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking a caring Care Service Employee to support residents with daily living, meals, hygiene and personal care, upholding dignity and respect. You will document care using digital tools, assist residents including those living with dementia, and participate in safety and WHS training.

Shifts may include days, nights and weekends. Certificate III or IV in Aged Care is required, along with a compassionate, patient approach and a commitment to BaptistCare’s Christian

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care is required.
• Clear and compassionate communication with residents, families and colleagues.
• Physically capable and tech-savvy with a willingness to learn.
• Committed to BaptistCare’s Christian identity and values.
• Committed to safe, respectful and high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and daily care to residents.
• Assist with meals, hygiene and daily routines.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities and social engagement.
• Document care using digital tools and systems.
• Support residents living with dementia and adapt to individual needs.
• Uphold safety standards and WHS compliance.

Skills

Communication

Tech-savvy

Physically capable

Values alignment

Education

Certificate III or IV in Aged Care

Job description

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

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.