Flexible Casual Home Care Support Specialist

Catholic Care; Barcaldine Regional; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible casual work

Penalty rates

Salary packaging

Training and development

Supportive team

Community impact

Job summary

CatholicCare Central Queensland is hiring Casual Support Workers in Longreach and Barcaldine to help people stay safe, independent, and connected at home. You’ll provide practical help, companionship, and encouragement, building a rewarding career in care.

Training and ongoing support are offered to succeed in this role. The position offers flexible casual hours, competitive award wages with penalty rates where applicable, and salary packaging options to boost take-home pay.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• QLD C/CA Driver’s Licence + reliable vehicle.
• Compassionate, client-centred approach.
• Strong communication and resilience in varied situations.
• Certificate III or higher in Individual Support or equivalent.
• Experience in personal care, manual handling, and behavioural support.
• Medication administration competency.

Responsibilities

• Personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene.
• Domestic assistance including cleaning, laundry, meal prep, and safe home environment.
• Support for social and community participation, appointments, shopping, outings.
• Assist clients to develop daily living skills and independence.
• Medication assistance and transport support where trained.
• Provide respite care and support varying needs.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Driver’s Licence

Compassionate approach

Communication skills

Resilience

Medication administration

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Job description

CatholicCare Central Queensland is hiring Casual Support Workers in Longreach and Barcaldine to help people stay safe, independent, and connected at home. You’ll provide practical help, companionship, and encouragement, building a rewarding career in care.

Training and ongoing support are offered to succeed in this role. The position offers flexible casual hours, competitive award wages with penalty rates where applicable, and salary packaging options to boost take-home pay.