Home Care Worker

Community Services #1; Canberra; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Development opportunities

Job summary

Community Services #1 is a not-for-profit organisation providing Aged Care and community services across the ACT and surrounding NSW. We are seeking casual Home Care Worker(s) to deliver person-centred care and support independence and wellbeing.

The role includes domestic assistance, personal care, transportation support, and helping clients participate in community, leisure, and wellness activities while maintaining dignity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent is required and relevant aged care experience.
• Current First Aid and CPR are required.
• Current Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle with insurance.
• Able to obtain pre-employment checks (Police Check and Working with Children Check).
• Strong documentation and confidentiality practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide care based on each client's individualised support plan.
• Deliver domestic assistance and personal care to support independence.
• Assist with transport, appointments, and participation in community, leisure and wellness activities.
• Maintain accurate daily shift notes and escalate concerns to the Team Leader.

Skills

First Aid

CPR

Driver's License

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent

Job description

Home Care Workers

Casual position available

Community Services #1 is seeking Casual Home Care Worker(s) to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that supports independence and wellbeing.

About us:

Community Services #1 is a not-for-profit supporting people and families across the ACT and surrounding NSW. With over 200 employees and volunteers, we deliver services that strengthen community wellbeing and belonging.

About the role:

• Provide support and care based on each client’s individualised support plan.
• Provide domestic assistance, personal care, support services that assist recovery and independence.
• Support clients with transport, appointments, communication, and participation in community, leisure, and wellness activities.

• Maintain accurate daily shift notes, monitor client wellbeing, and promptly escalating any concerns to the Team Leader.
• Ensure dignity, privacy, and respect in all interactions, while adhering to confidentiality, the Aged Care Code of Conduct, and collaborating with families and stakeholders.

For a copy of the position description, please see the document attached

About you:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent, relevant experience delivering home care/aged care support (domestic assistance and/or personal care) and 3+ months aged carer experience.
• Current First Aid and CPR
• Current Driver’s License and reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
• Able to obtain required pre-employment checks (Police Check and Working with Children Check)
• Strong documentation and confidentiality practice.

What we offer:

Casual role. Remuneration aligned to SCHADS Award – Home Care Employee Level 2 and 3 (casual), plus super. Supportive team, development opportunities and free parking.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Workplace adjustments are available.

Need more info?

Contact People & Culture – [e-mail].