Domestic Care Assistant

Burnie Brae; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Flexible/hybrid work options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted services

Recognition and rewards

Staff discounts

Blue Light Card savings

Job summary

Burnie Brae Ltd. is seeking compassionate Domestic Care Assistants for part-time roles based in Chermside, North Brisbane. You will support clients across Brisbane North and Moreton Bay with light household tasks, companionship, and daily living activities.

Ideal candidates are reliable, caring, and enjoy engaging with older adults. Full training, support, and flexible/hybrid working options are provided to fit around your schedule.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for helping others and delivering high-quality domestic assistance.
• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain one.
• First Aid and CPR certifications are required.
• Valid driver’s licence with access to a vehicle (travel reimbursed)

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with light household tasks to support daily living.
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful conversations.
• Support clients to maintain independence and achieve personal goals.
• Monitor and report changes in client wellbeing.
• Follow individual care plans and maintain documentation

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Patient care

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Tools

National Police Check

First Aid

CPR Certification

Driver’s Licence

Job description

Love what you do - and make a real difference doing it.

At Burnie Brae, we’re more than just a not-for-profit - we’re a community. For over 40 years, we’ve proudly supported people across Brisbane North and Moreton Bay, making a meaningful difference in their everyday lives.

We’re currently seeking compassionate and reliable Domestic Care Assistants to join our growing team offering part-time roles.

At Burnie Brae, we place both our clients and our staff at the heart of everything we do. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality care and want to work in a supportive, values-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Role Overview

• Enjoy daytime hours, Monday to Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm)
• Work within a supportive and approachable management team
• Be part of a values-driven, collaborative workplace culture
• Based in Chermside, supporting clients across North Brisbane and Moreton Bay
• Ideal for someone who is reliable, compassionate, and enjoys engaging with older adults

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist clients with light household tasks to support daily living
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful conversations
• Support clients to maintain independence and achieve their personal goals
• Monitor and report any changes in client wellbeing
• Follow individual care plans and maintain accurate documentation

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine passion for helping others, with pride in delivering high-quality cleaning and domestic assistance services
• A current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications
• A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle (travel reimbursed under SCHADS Award)

Previous experience in aged care is desirable but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided. Holding a Certificate III in Individual Support would be highly regarded and would see you step into our qualified support work opportunities.

We care for our people so they can care for our community.

At Burnie Brae, we’re proud to be recognised as an employer of choice. We believe that by supporting our team, we empower them to deliver the highest standard of care to our community. That’s why we invest in our people - ensuring you feel confident, valued, and supported through ongoing coaching, training, and professional development opportunities.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to promote wellbeing, flexibility, and professional growth:

• Salary packaging to boost your take-home pay (up to $15,900 plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment)
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Flexible and hybrid work options, where applicable
• Access to free mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted services including gym, physiotherapy, and massage
• Recognition and reward programs that ensure your work is valued and celebrated
• Staff discounts across Burnie Brae services such as our café, health insurance, and travel
• Access to Blue Light Card savings on retail and everyday expenses

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building a team that reflects a rich diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our employees bring unique strengths and share a common passion for making a difference in people’s lives. Diversity goes beyond race and gender - it includes age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and every aspect of identity. We believe that every voice matters, and fostering an inclusive environment is a responsibility we all share.