Compassionate Aged Care Assistant - Permanent Part-Time

Aged Care Gp; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Superannuation

Overtime penalty rates

Flexible working hours

Generous leave conditions

Professional development

Job summary

Homes on Gunai Kurnai Country in Gippsland region (Morwell area) is seeking a compassionate Aged Care Assistant for a part-time permanent role. You will provide daily personal care, support independence, and promote social engagement for residents in a respectful environment.

The role requires excellent communication, reliability, and flexibility with shifts. Benefits include salary packaging, superannuation, and overtime penalty rates, with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated compassion and care for older people.
• Strong communication skills and empathy.
• Willingness to be flexible with shifts and support needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily needs and personal care activities.
• Support residents to maintain independence in a safe manner.
• Encourage participation in activities and social interaction.
• Adhere to hygiene, medication and safety protocols.
• Engage in effective teamwork with support staff, clinical staff and families.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Flexibility

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Cert IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention

Job description

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About the Role

A Compassionate Aged Care Assistant will provide daily personal care and support to older people in a warm, respectful environment. The role requires excellent communication, flexibility and an authentic care‑oriented attitude. Daily duties include assistance with feeding, bathing, medication, medication reminders, mobility and companionship.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Assist residents with daily needs and personal care activities
• Support residents to maintain independence in a safe manner
• Encourage and motivate residents to participate in activities and social interaction
• Adhere to hygiene, medication and safety protocols
• Engage in effective teamwork with support staff, clinical staff and families

About You

You are a compassionate, empathetic individual with a passion for aged care and a desire to make a difference in the lives of older people. You are reliable, flexible with work schedules and able to work independently and as part of a teamwork oriented environment. A commitment to delivering person‑centred care is essential.

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive pay of $68,000 to $76,000 per annum, pro rata for 46–70 hours fortnightly
• Attendance and performance salary packaging, superannuation, and penalty rates for overtime
• Work‑life balance benefit of flexible working hours across the fortnight
• Part‑time permanent contract with ongoing opportunities for growth and training

Location and Work Conditions

Gippsland region – Morwell, within the community of Homes on Gunai Kurnai Country. The roster is 46–70 hours fortnightly, and the role is fixed‑term or ongoing with a base salary plus seasonal benefits.

Background and Requirements

Applicants must possess relevant qualifications including a minimum Cert IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or equivalent. A driver’s licence (minimum green P) is required for transport of young people occasionally. A minimum secure driver’s licence is needed if the role involves movement of confidential data.

Support and Development

All positions are conducted under the umbrella of a child‑safe, culturally respectful organisation that ensures equal employment opportunities. All employees undergo mandatory background checks, including Working with Children Check, National Police checks and the Inclusion and Accessibility programme.

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and immediate families
• Generous leave conditions and penalty rates when on annual leave
• Comprehensive training including AOD, First Aid, Health & Safety and more
• National child‑safety and cultural inclusion programmes

Applicant Instructions

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria for the position.

For further information, contact the Talent Acquisition Team. Successful applicants will undergo a comprehensive reference and background check prior to employment.