In Home Support Worker - Aged Care At Home

Ozcare Port Douglas Aged Care Facility; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and laundry allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Private health insurance discounts

Comprehensive orientation and ongoing

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Ozcare is seeking compassionate and reliable casual In Home Support Workers to join our Emerald Aged Care at Home team, supporting clients throughout Emerald and the surrounding region.

You will help older Australians remain independent at home, delivering practical assistance and social support per individual care plans. Duties include domestic tasks, transport and community access, with training provided and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and respectful approach to supporting older people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical assistance and social support to clients in their homes.
• Assist with domestic duties: cleaning, laundry and meals.
• Support shopping, transport and community access for clients.
• Provide social companionship and monitor wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Collaborate with care team to achieve positive client outcomes.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Time management

Independent worker

Job description

In Home Support Worker - Aged Care at Home

Ozcare is seeking compassionate and reliable casual In Home Support Workers to join our Emerald Aged Care at Home team, supporting clients throughout Emerald and the surrounding region.

About the role

As an In Home Support Worker, you will play an important role in helping older Australians remain independent and comfortable in their own homes. You will provide practical assistance and social support to clients in accordance with their individual care plans.

Responsibilities

• Providing quality home support services that promote independence, dignity and wellbeing
• Undertaking domestic duties including cleaning, laundry and meal preparation
• Assisting with shopping, transport and community access
• Providing social support and companionship to clients
• Monitoring and reporting changes in client wellbeing
• Maintaining accurate documentation and records
• Working collaboratively with the broader care team to ensure positive client outcomes
• Participating in training, meetings and continuous improvement initiatives
• Complying with workplace health and safety requirements, policies and procedures

About You

• A caring, patient and respectful approach to supporting older people
• Previous experience in home support, community care, aged care, disability support or a similar role
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering excellent customer service
• Flexibility to work across a varied roster

We Offer

• $43.17 per hour + Shift Penalty Rates
• Reimbursement for kilometres driven ($1.14 per KM) and travel time between clients
• Comprehensive orientation, training and ongoing support
• Uniform and laundry allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Private health insurance discounts
• A supportive team culture where your contribution is valued
• Meaningful work that positively impacts lives every day

Mandatory Requirements

• Current National Police Check (valid within the past 3 years) or willingness to obtain one
• Current First Aid and CPR Certifications
• Current 'Open' Queensland Driver Licence
• A reliable, roadworthy vehicle with current registration and comprehensive vehicle insurance certificate
• Diligent mobile device use and basic computer applications skills
• Proof of immunity, or willingness to become vaccinated against MMR, Whooping Cough & Chicken Pox

Culture

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.