Support Worker

Suncare Community Services; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging up to

Travel kilometre reimbursement

Job summary

Suncare Community Services in Maroochydore is seeking casual Support Workers to help older Australians stay independent at home across the Sunshine Coast.

You’ll provide one-on-one in-home support, assist with personal care, meals and transport, and travel between clients with your own vehicle. A current Australian Driver Licence and First Aid/CPR are preferred; Certificate III in Individual Support is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or disability support is desirable.
• Current Australian Driver Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Hold or be willing to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Willing to obtain a National Criminal History Check.
• Live on the Sunshine Coast and travel within the region.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one in-home support aligned with individual care plans.
• Assist with personal care, mobility and medication reminders.
• Prepare meals and promote healthy nutrition.
• Provide respite support in the home and community.
• Assist with domestic tasks including cleaning, laundry and shopping.
• Support social connection and community participation.
• Help customers attend appointments and activities.

Skills

Driver's Licence

First Aid

CPR

Compassion

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (desirable)

Job description

Suncare Community Services – Maroochydore QLD

Why You'll Love Working at Suncare
Getting older can mean giving up a lot, your home, your routine, your sense of independence. We don't think it should.

At Suncare, we're passionate about helping older Australians continue living the life they love, in the place they love most, their own home.

With more than 800 team members and 200 volunteers across Queensland, we're known for delivering care that's personal, local and built on genuine relationships.

Whether it's helping with daily tasks, supporting someone to stay connected to their community, or simply sharing a cuppa and a chat, we make every moment matter.

We believe the same level of care should extend to our people. That's why we invest in creating a supportive, rewarding workplace where you feel valued, connected and empowered to make a real difference.

Here’s What You Can Expect

• Comprehensive induction, buddy shifts and ongoing support
• Clear career pathways and opportunities for professional development
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per year
• Travel kilometre reimbursement
• Leave loading to make your time away even more rewarding
• Branded workwear provided
• Employee referral rewards – because great people know great people
• Fitness Passport membership with access to gyms and wellness facilities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
• QLeave portable long service leave, recognising your commitment to the care sector
• A positive, people-focused culture where your contribution genuinely matters

What You'll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you'll help older people remain independent, connected and confident in their everyday lives.

You’ll provide one-on-one support to customers in their homes and local communities across the Sunshine Coast, with a particular focus on our northern and central coastal communities, including Coolum, Peregian, Maroochydore, Alexandra Headland and Mooloolaba.

No two days are the same, but every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Your Day May Include:

• Delivering personalised support in line with individual care plans
• Assisting with personal care, mobility support and medication reminders
• Preparing meals and promoting healthy nutrition
• Providing respite support in the home and community
• Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning, laundry, bed making and shopping
• Supporting social connection and community participation
• Helping customers attend appointments, activities and outings

You’ll use your own reliable vehicle to travel between customer homes and assist with transporting customers within the community when required.
We have multiple casual opportunities available across the Sunshine Coast region and are particularly interested in hearing from applicants based in our northern and central Sunshine Coast communities.

While shifts are offered based on customer needs, we're ideally seeking team members who can provide availability Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You

• Enjoy building meaningful relationships and getting to know people
• Bring compassion, reliability and respect to every interaction
• Are comfortable working independently while staying connected to your team
• Are passionate about supporting older Australians to live independently and with dignity
• Have experience in aged care, disability support, community services, hospitality, customer service or another people-focused role
• Hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (desirable but not essential)
• Have a current Australian Driver Licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle
• Hold, or are willing to obtain, First Aid and CPR certification
• Hold, or are willing to obtain, a National Criminal History Check
• Live on the Sunshine Coast or surrounding areas and are willing to travel throughout the region
• Most importantly, you bring a caring attitude and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in people's lives.

Belonging Starts Here
We believe real care starts with real belonging. That means creating a workplace where everyone - no matter their background, culture, or story - feels seen, respected, and safe to be themselves.

We welcome applications from First Nations people, the LGBTIQA+ community, people with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Your story matters here.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking for flexible work that fits your lifestyle, offers rewarding connections and allows you to make a genuine difference in your local community, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Suncare and build a career with heart.

We proudly work across the lands of the Gubbi Gubbi (Gub-bee Gub-bee), Turrbal, Yuggera, Darumbal, Butchulla (Batjala) & Taribelang Bunda peoples, and extend our respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace for all.