Experienced AIN / Aged Care Support Worker | Disability Support

Pursue; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Pursue in Newcastle, NSW seeks an Experienced AIN / Aged Care Support Worker to provide high-level personal care and support a participant with daily living, community access, and mobility.

You’ll work daytime shifts, with casual start and potential move to part-time or full-time. Must have aged care or AIN background, cat-friendly and hold necessary checks and certifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aged care or as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN).
• Experience providing high-level personal care and mobility assistance.
• Catheter care experience with appropriate training and competency.
• Current Australian driver’s licence and a roadworthy vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level personal care and daily living support.
• Support community access, appointments, shopping and activities.
• Assist with wheelchair use and mobility.
• Work within care plans, health and safety rules, and preferences.
• Offer reliable, person-centred support in home and community settings.

Skills

Aged care experience

AIN background

High-level personal care

Wheelchair assistance

Catheter care

Driver's licence

First Aid & CPR

NDIS checks

WWCC

NDIS Orientation

Certificate III/IV in support

Education

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support or equivalent

Job description

Experienced AIN / Aged Care Support Worker | Disability Support

Are you a compassionate, reliable and experienced support worker who enjoys making a positive difference in someone’s life? Do you have a background in aged care or as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN), and feel confident providing a high level of personal care?

We are seeking a dedicated Community Access Support Worker to support a participant with their daily personal care needs, community access and everyday activities.

This role would suit someone who is patient, caring, confident with complex personal care and enjoys building a trusting, respectful relationship with the person they support.

Love cats? That’s a bonus! ONE of our participants has a cat, so you must be comfortable around them.

About the Role

• Providing high-level personal care and assistance with daily living.

• Supporting community access, appointments, shopping and recreational activities.

• Assisting with wheelchair use and mobility.

• Providing catheter-related support within your training, competency and authorised scope of practice.

• Supporting the participant to maintain their independence, dignity and choice.

• Following individual support plans, health and safety procedures, and personal preferences.

• Providing reliable, person-centred support in both home and community settings.

Shifts

Most shifts are during the day. Flexibility and reliability are essential. Casual start with the opportunity to go to Part time/Full time.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have the following:

• Previous experience in aged care or as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN).

• Demonstrated experience providing high-level personal care.

• Experience with wheelchair support and mobility assistance.

• Catheter care experience, with appropriate training and competency.

• Current Australian driver’s licence.

• Reliable, roadworthy and insured vehicle suitable for work-related travel.

• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.

• Current National Police Check.

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.

• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.

• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC).

• Relevant qualifications and certificates, such as Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability or equivalent.

• Proof of identity, including birth certificate, as required for employment and screening verification.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient and respectful.

• Confident delivering personal care while maintaining dignity and privacy.

• Reliable, punctual and committed to consistent support.

• Comfortable working independently and following support plans.

• Friendly, proactive and passionate about helping people participate in their community.

• Comfortable around cats.

What We Offer

• Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference.

• A supportive and person-centred approach to care.

• Predominantly daytime shifts.

• The opportunity to build a positive, ongoing relationship with a participant.