Community Support Worker : Northern Suburbs Immediate Start

Right at Home; Victoria; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonuses

Paid training and ongoing support

Career growth opportunities

PPE provided and safety protocols

Job summary

Right at Home (Australia) is seeking dedicated Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join our team in the Northern Suburbs. You will provide non-medical in-home care, assisting with daily living activities, offering companionship, and promoting client independence in the comfort of their own homes.

Responsibilities include personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders, with ongoing documentation and communication with families and the care team.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent.
• Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• Experience as a PCA, caregiver, or in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Provide light housekeeping such as laundry, dishes and tidying living areas.
• Prepare and serve meals per dietary needs and preferences.
• Support clients with medication reminders and monitoring.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to promote wellbeing.
• Assist with errands and transportation to appointments as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and communicate with the care team.

Job description

Community Support Worker : Northern Suburbs Immediate Start

At Right at Home, we provide high-quality in-home care and assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities, helping them live independently and comfortably in their own homes. We are a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to making a difference—every day.

Position Summary:

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join our team and provide non-medical care and support to clients in their homes throughout the community. As a PCA, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those we serve by assisting with daily living activities, offering companionship, and promoting independence.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility


• Provide light housekeeping such as laundry, dishes, and tidying up living areas


• Prepare and serve meals according to clients' dietary needs and preferences


• Support clients with medication reminders


• Offer companionship and emotional support


• Assist with errands and transportation to appointments as needed (if applicable)


• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided


• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the care team


• Monitor and report any changes in clients’ physical, emotional, or cognitive condition to the care team or supervisor


• Follow individualised care plans and organisational policies at all times


• Promote client safety, wellbeing, and infection control practices


• Work independently while following scheduled care visits and timeframes


• Support clients with community access, including safe transport and accompaniment to appointments, social activities, and outings using own vehicle where required

Qualifications

• Certificate iii in individual support and gaed care


• Previous experience as a PCA, caregiver, or in a related field preferred.


• Cert iii in individual support or equivalent


• Working with children check


• Current First aid and CPR

Preferred Skills

• A genuine desire to help others and make a positive difference in their lives


• Ability to work independently and follow care plans accurately


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s licence is must (own vehicle required; travel is an essential part of the role)


• Must be willing to undergo and pass relevant background checks and meet all state-specific requirements.

What We Offer :

• Competitive pay and potential for bonuses


• Paid training and ongoing support


• Meaningful work with opportunities for career growth
  
• Supportive and respectful team culture
  
• PPE provided and safety protocols in place
  
• Access to a training and learning platform to support continuous learning and upskilling.