Personal Care Worker | Kinglake

homewell; Kinglake; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Induction program

Flexible shifts

Part-time and casual contracts

Job summary

Homewell is a boutique in-home care provider serving NDIS and ageing clients in Melbourne's North & West, now expanding to the Eastern Suburbs. We are a dedicated team focused on a person-centred approach with flexible rostering.

We are seeking a caring Disability Support Worker to join our growing team in the Kinglake area, offering companionship, daily living help, transport and community access. If you hold a Cert III or IV in Aged Care or Disability and have strong communication skills, you

Qualifications

• Cert III or IV in Aged Care or Disability is required.
• Strong communication skills and a caring, customer‑focused approach.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check are needed.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with daily living activities including personal care.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Promoting independent living and enabling community access.
• Providing transport and assisting with social outings.
• Providing domestic assistance as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Cert III or IV in Aged Care or Disability

Tools

CPR and First Aid certifications

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check

Job description

About Us

Derived from humble beginnings, Homewell is a boutique in-home care provider servicing NDIS and ageing clients in Melbourne's North & West that is now branching out to the Eastern Suburbs. We are a dedicated team of passionate professionals; all committed to our mission - including a responsive and caring rostering team. We offer a supportive and flexible work environment where we encourage ongoing development and learning without losing the essence of a person-centered approach. Join us and you will have an opportunity to create positive impact within your local community.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced disability support worker to join our growing care team in the Kinglake area.

Some of your tasks will include:

• Assisting clients/participants with daily living activities (including personal care)


• Providing companionship and emotional support


• Promoting independent living


• Providing transport and community access


• Provide domestic assistance as needed

Why Join Us?

We Offer:

• Employee referral program - $500 if you refer someone from your network


• Supportive, caring and inclusive environment – taking care of our carers!


• Opportunities to grow in your role and career - complex mental health clients, 24/7 clients and more!


• 24-hour phone support available whilst on shift


• Travel allowance


• Thorough on-boarding and induction program


• A variety of shifts including long and short shifts


• Part time and casual contracts on offer


• A diverse workforce with team members of all different walks of life!

About You

We are seeking caring, friendly, compassionate, people-focused individuals with strong communication skills who want a career that truly makes a difference in the lives of others. You will also have:

• Cert III or IV in Aged Care or Disability (required)


• Medication trained (desirable)


• Experience with complex care in disability


• Understanding of professional boundaries within the support work scope


• NDIS Worker Screening Check


• Working with Children Check


• CPR and First Aid certifications


• Your own reliable transport with comprehensive insurance and a Victorian Driver License