Compassionate Community Aged Care Assistant

Dementia and Aged Care Services; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Salary Sacrifice benefits

Wellbeing support

Retail discounts & cash backs

Professional development

Job summary

Dementia and Aged Care Services (DACS) is seeking passionate Domestic Assistants to join our community care team in the Goulburn region on a casual basis. You will provide high-quality domestic services in clients' homes, supporting daily living and independence.

The role focuses on respectful, person-centred care, practical tasks, and safe, hygienic home environments. A current driver's license and the ability to work autonomously are essential, with ongoing training provided.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Good level of physical fitness with ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Superior time management and problem-solving skills with ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficient with digital apps and smartphones.
• Current Australian Driver's License and a registered vehicle with insurance.
• Current National Police Certificate clearance (renewed every 3 years).

Responsibilities

• Provide client-focused domestic assistance and social support.
• Undertake routine cleaning tasks (toilets, kitchen, sweeping, mopping, dusting, bedsheets, washing/drying clothes).
• Assist with unaccompanied shopping and meal preparation.
• Apply hygiene and infection control procedures.
• Maintain progress notes and escalate concerns as needed.
• Perform other duties as service needs change.

Skills

Aged care experience

Excellent communication

Time management

Autonomy

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Smartphone proficiency

Police clearance

Tools

Smartphone usage

Job description

Dementia and Aged Care Services (DACS) is seeking passionate Domestic Assistants to join our community care team in the Goulburn region on a casual basis. You will provide high-quality domestic services in clients' homes, supporting daily living and independence.

The role focuses on respectful, person-centred care, practical tasks, and safe, hygienic home environments. A current driver's license and the ability to work autonomously are essential, with ongoing training provided.