Compassionate Home Care Assistant (Flexible Hours)

Southern Cross Care (Vic); Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Casual Domestic Assistant to support Home Care clients with cleaning and laundry, enabling independence at home. The role requires empathy, reliability and a client-centred approach, with flexible hours and a driver’s licence.

Applicants should be able to provide evidence of First Aid (Level 2), NDIS checks and completion of NDIS Orientation, plus a current driver’s licence and car insurance. A mobile phone may be provided.

Qualifications

• Warm, empathetic and person-centred approach.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Own car with a valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Support Home Care clients with domestic tasks including cleaning and laundry.
• Provide compassionate, client-centred assistance to enable independence at home.
• Collaborate with a dedicated service team to ensure smooth, respectful care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Car ownership

Education

First Aid Certificate (Level 2)

NDIS workers screening check

NDIS Orientation Module

Driver’s Licence

Car Insurance & Registration

Workers’ Rights

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Casual Domestic Assistant to support Home Care clients with cleaning and laundry, enabling independence at home. The role requires empathy, reliability and a client-centred approach, with flexible hours and a driver’s licence.

Applicants should be able to provide evidence of First Aid (Level 2), NDIS checks and completion of NDIS Orientation, plus a current driver’s licence and car insurance. A mobile phone may be provided.