Home Care Support Worker | Northern Beaches

Care Connect Group; Northern Beaches; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Training & career development

Wellbeing benefits

Fitness Passport membership

Not-for-Profit employer

Job summary

Care Connect is seeking Home Care Support Workers to help Australians stay independent and connected at home across Northern Beaches and surrounding areas. Flexible shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm, ongoing training, wellbeing benefits, and a not-for-profit culture.

Ideal candidates have a current Australian Driver's Licence, a reliable vehicle, and availability for at least three weekdays. The role involves domestic duties, personal care, meal prep, and community access, with support to build

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and active listening.
• Compassionate, client-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and manage time.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic assistance, including cleaning and laundry.
• Deliver personal care and hygiene support.
• Assist with meal preparation and shopping.
• Support mobility and social participation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Active listening

Independent work

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care / Disability or Home & Community Care

Bachelor or Diploma of Nursing

Three months paid care experience

Job description

Home Care Support Worker | Northern Beaches

Job Type: 2. Permanent - Part Time

Job Category: Direct Care

Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day in Your Local Community

Care Connect is seeking compassionate and reliable Home Care Support Workers to support Australians to remain independent, safe and connected in their own homes across Northern Beaches and surrounding areas.

Why Join Care Connect?

Casual and Permanent Part-Time opportunities available

Flexible shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm

Ongoing training and career development

Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits

Fitness Passport membership with access to hundreds of gyms and fitness centres

Join a trusted Not-For-Profit organisation with over 30 years of community care experience

Before You Apply

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A current Australian Driver's Licence
• Your own reliable vehicle
• Availability to work at least three weekdays (Monday to Friday)

As this role involves travelling between clients' homes and may include transporting clients to appointments or community activities, these requirements are essential.

About the Role

As a Home Care Support Worker, you'll help Australians maintain their independence and quality of life by providing:

Domestic assistance, including cleaning and laundry

Personal care and hygiene support

Meal preparation and shopping assistance

Mobility support and community access

Social support and companionship

Most importantly, you'll build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference in people's lives every day.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking people with a positive attitude, a caring nature and a genuine passion for helping others.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• Excellent communication and active listening skills
• A compassionate and client-focused approach
• The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively

Our ideal candidate will hold one of the following:

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability or Home & Community Care; OR
• Bachelor or Diploma of Nursing (including students who have successfully completed their first year of study)
• Candidates without relevant qualifications must have at least three months of paid care work experience to be considered.

In addition, you'll need:

• A current Australian Driver's Licence and a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• First Aid and CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain before commencement)
• Current Police Check and Working with Children Check (we can assist successful candidates with obtaining a Police Check)

Candidates who speak additional languages are strongly encouraged to apply

We understand the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our diverse community of clients. Care Connect is an inclusive, Equal Opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including First Nations peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, mature-aged workers and people living with disability.