Compassionate Aged Care Assistant - PT/Casual

Uniting; Nambucca Heads; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Wellbeing programs

Retail discounts

Referral bonus

Fitness passport

Private health insurance

Training & development

Job summary

Uniting Nambucca Heads is seeking a dedicated Care Worker to provide compassionate, person-centred care in our aged care facility. You will support residents to maintain independence and quality of life within a safe, nurturing environment.

This permanent part-time position operates on a rotating roster across morning, afternoon, and night shifts with Monday–Friday availability and potential weekend shifts upon discussion.

Qualifications

• Must have a Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing), or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in Aged Care or Community Care is highly desirable.
• Must be able to work on a rotating roster across morning, afternoon, and night shifts.
• Live locally or within reasonable commuting distance of Nambucca Heads.
• Have your own car or reliable transportation.
• Be adaptable, empathetic, and align with Uniting’s values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents to enhance independence and quality of life.
• Assist with daily living activities including showering, personal hygiene, dressing, meals and mobility.
• Assist with medication and simple wound dressings.
• Support residents in community-based recreational and social activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Communication skills

Adaptability

Cultural safety

Education

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing)

Job description

Uniting Nambucca Heads is seeking a dedicated Care Worker to provide compassionate, person-centred care in our aged care facility. You will support residents to maintain independence and quality of life within a safe, nurturing environment.

This permanent part-time position operates on a rotating roster across morning, afternoon, and night shifts with Monday–Friday availability and potential weekend shifts upon discussion.