Support Worker

1300helpers; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Mentoring Program

Professional Development Assistance

Travel Reimbursement

Access to Accredited Online Training

Referral Program

Job summary

Spectrum Care is seeking caring, dedicated team members to provide in-home aged care and disability support in Wollongong, NSW. We value empathy, reliability, and a respectful, person-centred approach to every client.

Join a compassionate community offering flexible hours, competitive pay, and a supportive environment focused on your personal and professional growth. Training and development are provided to enhance clinical and care skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Aged Care, Assistant in Nursing (AIN), Disability or Community Services required.
• Working With Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check/reference number required.
• Unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, person-centred support.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively.
• Follow behaviour support plans, care plans, and medication procedures.
• Maintain health, safety, and compliance standards.
• Actively contribute to a positive, inclusive, and professional team culture.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Health & safety

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Certificate in Aged Care

AIN or Disability qualification

Working With Children Check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Job description

Wollongong, Australia | Posted on 08/17/2026

We specialise in providing professional in home care services for participants under the National Disability Insurance Scheme NDIS and My Aged Care.

Through level 2 and 3 support coordination, we assist individuals in achieving their identified plan goals and help them gain access to the needed programs and support services, with a multidisciplinary one team approach.

Job Description

Jointhe Spectrum Care Community

AtSpectrum Care, you're not just taking on a job. You're joining a compassionate community committed to making a meaningful impact on thelives of others. We deeply value every team member and are dedicatedto supporting both your personal and professional growth.

We offer:

• -Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• -Competitive pay that reflects your skills and dedication
• -A supportive person-centred environment where your wellbeing matters

Ourapproach to Aged Care and Disability Services is built on empathy,reliability, and respect. We provide consistent, high quality carethats affordable and tailored to individual needs.

Requirements

Weare currently seeking compassionate and dedicated team member who:

Ifyou are passionate about supporting people with diverse needs, and youmeet the following requirements, we'd love to hear from you.

• -Deliver high quality, person-centred support
• -Communicate respectfully and effectively
• -Follow behaviour support plans, care plans, and medication procedures
• -Maintain health, safety, and compliance standards
• -Actively contribute to a positive, inclusive, and professional team culture

• -Certificate in Aged Care, Assistant in Nursing (AIN), Disability, orCommunity Services
• -Working With Children Check
• -National Police Check
• -Unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence
• -NDIS Worker Screening Check Reference Number

KeySkills & Attributes:

• -Ability to treat all clients with dignity, empathy, and respect
• -Competent in completing tasks, maintaining case notes, andreporting/responding as required
• -Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working in changing or challenging environments
• -Team oriented, able to collaborate effectively and work towards shared goals
• -Willingness to undertake ongoing in house online training, includingessential Aged Care, NDIS and Mental Health courses provided bySpectrum Care

We'relooking for individuals who show genuine compassion and empathy when supporting:

• -Children and adults with disabilities
• -People from CALD backgrounds
• -Members of the LGBTI community
• -Veterans, Indigenous Australians, and individuals involved withJustice Services
• -People living with chronic or complex conditions such as Dementia, orParkinson's Disease

JoinOur Community of Support Workers. And Feel Truly Supported!

AtSpectrum Care, we believe that when we support our team, they canbetter support others. Thats why we offer a range of benefits designedto help you grow, thrive, and feel valued in your role.

WhatWe Offer:

• -Employee Mentoring Program. One on one guided and support to help yousucceed from day one.
• -Professional Development Assistance. Ongoing opportunities to expandyour skills and advance your career.
• -Travel Reimbursement. Get compensated for work-related travel tosupport clients.
• -Access to Accredited Online Training. Stay current with industrystandards through our comprehensive training platform.
• -Referral Program. Recommend great people and be rewarded for it.