In-Home Community Care Worker (Casual) – Band 2/3

Colac Otway Shire; Colac; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Colac Otway Shire Council is recruiting casual Community Care Workers for the Ageing Well team to support older people and vulnerable community members to stay independent and living safely at home in the Colac Otway region. Roles available at Band 2 (Unqualified) and Band 3 (Qualified).

Responsibilities include personal care, domestic tasks, transport, social support, and wellbeing monitoring. A current Victorian Driver Licence and clearances are required, with First Aid desirable for Band 2

Qualifications

• Requires current Victorian Driver Licence.
• National Police Check and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Band 2 (Unqualified): First Aid desirable.
• Band 3 (Qualified): Certificate III or IV in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home personal care including assistance with showering, dressing and grooming (Band 3).
• Deliver domestic assistance: cleaning, laundry, meal preparation and household tasks.
• Assist with shopping and community transport when needed.
• Provide social support and respite care to participate in community activities.
• Monitor client wellbeing and report changes to the Team Leader; maintain records per care plans and standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Person-centred care

Driver Licence

Police Checks

Education

Certificate III/IV in relevant field

Job description

Colac Otway Shire Council is recruiting casual Community Care Workers for the Ageing Well team to support older people and vulnerable community members to stay independent and living safely at home in the Colac Otway region. Roles available at Band 2 (Unqualified) and Band 3 (Qualified).

Responsibilities include personal care, domestic tasks, transport, social support, and wellbeing monitoring. A current Victorian Driver Licence and clearances are required, with First Aid desirable for Band 2