Senior Home Care Support Worker - Flexible Hours

Uniting; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus $250 at 6 and 12 months

NFP salary packaging up to $18,550

U rewards program discounts

Flexible work hours

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Uniting is seeking a Home Care Worker in Illawarra for a permanent part-time position, with Monday to Sunday shifts. You will help elderly clients in their own homes, supporting daily tasks and promoting independence.

Responsibilities include home help, transportation to appointments, and personal care, while upholding Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, and inclusion. Training and supportive team environment provided.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in aged or community care is preferred, or a strong desire to begin a career in aged care.
• Empathetic and resourceful, embodying Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.
• Flexibility to accommodate the evolving needs and schedules of our clients.
• A provisional or full Australian driving license and access to a comprehensively insured, reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Help at home: Assist with housekeeping, grocery shopping, and meal preparation.
• Transport for wellbeing: Escort clients to appointments, shopping trips, and social activities.
• Personal care: Support with personal hygiene, showering, dressing, meal assistance, and medication administration.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Resourcefulness

Compassion

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care

Tools

Driving license

Job description

Uniting is seeking a Home Care Worker in Illawarra for a permanent part-time position, with Monday to Sunday shifts. You will help elderly clients in their own homes, supporting daily tasks and promoting independence.

Responsibilities include home help, transportation to appointments, and personal care, while upholding Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, and inclusion. Training and supportive team environment provided.