Community Care Worker

City of Greater Geelong; Geelong; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Greater Geelong is seeking a part-time Community Care Worker to support Home Care Clients in their own homes across Geelong, with emphasis on the Bellarine region (Leopold, Curlewis, Clifton Springs, Drysdale, Portarlington, St Leonards, Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads). You will perform light housekeeping, meal preparation, personal care, social support and monitor health, reporting concerns promptly.

Requires Certificate III or IV in a relevant field, First Aid Level 2 with CPR, a valid

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in related fields as listed.
• First Aid Level 2 with CPR module.
• Current driver’s license with comprehensive insurance and reliable vehicle.
• Working with Children Check (Employee) required.
• Available for at least three weekdays.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housework and cleaning.
• Meal preparation.
• Personal care tasks including grooming.
• Support social contact, emotional health and wellbeing.
• Monitor health and wellbeing and report concerns.

Skills

Personal care

Household tasks

First aid

CPR

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care / HACC / Disability

Certificate IV in Ageing Support / Aged Care / HACC / Disability / Community Services or Nursing

Job description

About the role

As a part-time Community Care Worker, you will provide assistance to our Home Care Clients to maintain and improve their life, by providing of a range of direct practical assistance in their homes.

The City is seeking candidates from all regions of the Geelong area, but have a particular need for people in the Bellarine region (Leopold, Curlewis, Clifton Springs, Drysdale, Portarlington, St Leonards, Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads)

Work type: Permanent Part-Time (15 - 25hrs per week) Classification: Band 2 $34.73 per hour + super

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform general housework and cleaning
• Meal preparation
• Personal care tasks including personal grooming
• Provide support in maintaining social contacts, emotional health and well-being
• Monitor clients’ health and well-being and report any concerns.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have experience providing personal care, domestic and household activities to people who are ageing, live with disability or mental illness. You will also:

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, HACC, Disability or Certificate IV in Ageing Support, Aged Care, HACC, Disability, Community Services or Nursing
• Have a current First Aid Level 2, including CPR module
• Have a current driver’s license, comprehensive insurance and a reliable registered motor vehicle
• Working with Children's Check (Employee)
• Be physically able to carry out a range of household duties
• Have availability of 3 week days or greater
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a Pre Employment Medical Assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Position Description (PDF Version)

Enquiries: Sue Brew - Team Leader Community Care | [e-mail]

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