Community Support Worker Level 2 Carer

Feros Care; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑sav

$2,650 meals & entertainment

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Employee Assistance Program

ForMe platform perks

Medibank discounts

Fitness Passport access

Referral bonus $200

Job summary

Feros Care is seeking caregivers to provide personal care, meal prep, mobility support and domestic assistance to clients in the Illawarra region (Wollongong to Berry, Bomaderry to Ulladulla). The role requires a valid driver’s licence, insured vehicle, willingness to travel up to 45-60 minutes, and relevant qualifications in aged care.

Applicants should have Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (or equivalent), current First Aid, and be eligible for National Police Check.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Aged Care or equivalent (with transcripts)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Australian working rights and ability to obtain National Police Check
• COVID-19 vaccinations (highly desirable)

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, meal preparation, mobility support and daily assistance tailored to client needs
• Keep clients' homes clean and safe with domestic assistance
• Use own vehicle to travel across Illawarra region to support clients at home

Skills

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Home care experience

Education

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Aged Care or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time position offering up to 40 hours per fortnight, with opportunities for additional hours following probation Remuneration: $36.66 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging to maximise your take home pay + $1.01 per kilometre travel reimbursement Location: Illawarra Region NSW, covering Wollongong to Berry and Bomaderry to Ulladulla. Available to work a minimum of 3-4 week days between 7:00am and 7:00pm

Who Are Feros Care?

We're Game Changers. Dream Makers. Kindness Champions. At Feros Care, our purpose is simple and powerful: supporting people to live healthier, happier, and better-connected lives. As a values-driven not-for-profit, we're proud to be recognised for our innovation, compassion, and commitment to the people and communities we support

How You'll Support Our Clients

• Build meaningful connections with clients through genuine companionship and person-centred care, providing personal care, meal preparation, mobility support and everyday assistance to help maintain their wellbeing, dignity, independence and quality of life
• Help keep clients' homes clean, safe and comfortable by providing domestic assistance. Duties include vacuuming, mopping, dusting, laundry, changing bed linen, cleaning kitchens & bathrooms, and general household tidying
• Enjoy the freedom and variety of a community-based role, using your own vehicle to support clients in their homes across the beautiful Illawarra region.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• A valid driver's licence, reliable and insured vehicle, and a willingness to travel up to 45-60 minutes across your local community
• Experience supporting older adults to live independently and confidently in their own homes
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Aged Care or equivalent (with transcripts) and current First Aid Certificate
• Australian working rights, and ability to complete a Nationally Coordinated Police Check
• COVID-19 vaccinations (highly desirable)

Why You’ll Love Working at Feros Care

• Maximise your take-home pay with salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment
• Make your leave go further with 17.5% annual leave loading and Cultural Leave Days (eligible employees)
• Look after your wellbeing with confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Enjoy lifestyle and wellbeing perks via our ForME platform, including financial tools and exclusive discounts
• Save on health and fitness, with Medibank employee discounts and Fitness Passport access for you and your family
• Be rewarded for referrals with a $200 bonus for every successful referral

Feros Care values individuality and welcomes applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging

If you have any questions or accessibility needs, we’re here to help! Please contact Kim Price on 0428 691 442 or [e-mail]