Senior Home Care Worker - Qualified

Churches Of Christ; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging benefits

Job summary

Churches of Christ Home Care Gold Coast is seeking a Senior Home Care Worker to provide client-centered in-home care, companionship, and support with daily tasks. The role includes medication support, transport assistance, and contributing to care plans from head office.

You will mentor junior workers and participate in on-call coverage to ensure high-quality care. Applicants should have a Certificate III in Individual Support or higher, medication qualification or willingness to obtain, and

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support or higher (IV or Diploma preferred).
• Medication qualification or willingness to obtain.
• First Aid and CPR qualification.
• Police Check (current or willing to obtain).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in direct support.
• Current Australian work rights; valid driver’s license and vehicle for work.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly companionship and emotional support to clients in their homes.
• Assist with medications and personal cares.
• Assist with household tasks such as light cleaning, meal preparation and shopping.
• Support clients with transport to appointments and community activities.
• Encourage independence and well-being in a home environment.
• Participate in review of client care plans and ensure documentation is complete.

Skills

First Aid

CPR

Police Check

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Certificate IV or Diploma preferred

Tools

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Job description

Senior Home Care Worker - Qualified Benowa QLD, Australia – Churches of Christ Home Care Gold Coast

Permanent Full Time - 38 hours a week. Salary packaging benefits & 5 weeks annual leave. Immediate Start.

About the role

Churches of Christ are currently looking for caring and reliable Senior Home Care Workers. You will provide compassionate, client-centered care to individuals in their homes with everyday tasks, companionship, medication and social support as well as some office-based responsibilities. There will be times when you will contribute to planning and coordination from our office. As a senior team member, you will also be available for on-call support as the need arises, ensuring that clients receive the highest standard of care when they need it most. As a Senior Home Care Worker, you will:

• Provide friendly companionship and emotional support to clients in their homes
• Assist with medications and personal cares
• Assist with household tasks such as light cleaning, meal preparation and shopping
• Support clients with transport to appointments and community activities
• Encourage independence and well-being in a home environment
• Participate in the review of client care plans, ensuring documentation is complete and accurate
• Train and mentor Home Care Workers, including completing annual performance appraisals

What we're looking for

Are you somebody who is passionate about delivering quality Home Care services to the local community? Do you excel at providing personalised assistance to clients, helping them maintain their independence and enhancing their quality of life within their chosen community?

Our ideal candidate

Is reliable, adaptable and has well developed communication skills – occasional early starts are required so this role will not suit school hours workers

Qualifications and experience

• Certificate III in Individual Support or higher (Certificate IV or Diploma preferred)
• Medication qualified – or willing to obtain
• First Aid and CPR qualification
• Police Check (current or willing to obtain)
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in direct support required
• A current driver's license and a reliable, registered, and comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for work purposes are essential for this role. Hold a valid Australian Work Rights

Company culture

We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria

Employee Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave & Salary Packaging (up to $18,549 p.a. tax-free - $15,900 on everyday expenses and $2,649 on meals/entertainment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive work culture
• Discounts at a range of retail outlets

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Type: Permanent | Category: Home Care | Reference ID: KL000125 | Date Posted: 04/09/2026