Home Care Worker – $43+/hr, Training & Benefits

SilverChain; Canberra; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award rate

Paid kilometers

Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax‑fee

CPR/First Aid courses

Job summary

SilverChain is seeking a Home Care Worker in the Canberra area to assist older community members at home, promoting independence and wellbeing. You will visit clients, perform household tasks, assist with meals and transport, and provide social support to enhance quality of life.

The role requires a valid Australian driver's license and ownership of a insured, roadworthy vehicle, plus 3–6 months experience in a similar role. Training and career development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid Australian driver’s licence and your own insured, roadworthy vehicle.
• 3–6 months experience in a similar role (aged/community care entry).
• Interest in community care or aged care.

Responsibilities

• Provide home help services to aged care clients at home.
• General housekeeping, bed making, cleaning, mopping and vacuuming.
• Laundry including washing, folding and ironing.
• Meal preparation and grocery shopping.
• Provide social support and transport to activities.
• Support the family carer to give them a break.

Skills

Driver's Licence

Independent worker

Great communication

Problem solving

Job description

SilverChain is seeking a Home Care Worker in the Canberra area to assist older community members at home, promoting independence and wellbeing. You will visit clients, perform household tasks, assist with meals and transport, and provide social support to enhance quality of life.

The role requires a valid Australian driver's license and ownership of a insured, roadworthy vehicle, plus 3–6 months experience in a similar role. Training and career development opportunities are provided.