Compassionate Home Care Assistant for Independent Living

Australian Unity; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

14 weeks paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Additional leave options

Paid induction and ongoing training

Job summary

Australian Unity is seeking dedicated carers to help older Australians live independently at home across the Murwillumbah area and surrounding communities. You will provide high-quality domestic support, personal care, medication assistance and companionship.

The role offers permanent part-time contracts (20-40 hours per fortnight), with daytime hours (7am–6pm) and a requirement for a current Australian Driver's Licence with your own car.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Australian Driver's Licence with your own car.
• Minimum 3+ months paid experience in an aged care setting.

Responsibilities

• Domestic support: cleaning, laundry and meal preparation.
• Personal care: showering, grooming, toileting and mobility support.
• Medication assistance.
• Social support, transport and companionship.
• Promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Job description

Australian Unity is seeking dedicated carers to help older Australians live independently at home across the Murwillumbah area and surrounding communities. You will provide high-quality domestic support, personal care, medication assistance and companionship.

The role offers permanent part-time contracts (20-40 hours per fortnight), with daytime hours (7am–6pm) and a requirement for a current Australian Driver's Licence with your own car.