Support Worker Aged Care Community

Workforce Extensions; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Uniform provided

Flexible work arrangements

Ongoing development

Employee perks

Clinical support

Supportive culture

Job summary

Sunshine Health is seeking compassionate aged care workers to assist clients with daily living activities, provide social support, and transport to appointments in the Melbourne area. You will monitor health, report changes, and adhere to safety standards while offering flexible shifts and ongoing development.

Ideal candidates have previous aged community care experience, strong communication skills, and a patient, respectful approach to vulnerable clients.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aged community care is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and patient approach when caring for vulnerable individuals.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends and public holidays.
• NDIS screening, CPR and First Aid certificates required.
• Own car with comprehensive insurance and valid Australian driver''s license.
• Right to work in Australia and two recent industry references.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation and light housekeeping.
• Provide social support activities to improve clients'' quality of life.
• Provide transportation to and from appointments or social outings.
• Monitor clients'' health and wellbeing and report changes to the appropriate personnel.
• Adhere to policies, procedures and safety guidelines per Aged Care Quality Standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate approach

Flexibility

Education

NDIS screening

CPR

First Aid certificate

Australian work rights

Two references

Driver's license

Job description

What you'll be doing

• Assisting clients with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and light housekeeping
• Providing social support activities to improve clients' quality of life
• Providing transportation to and from appointments or social outings
• Monitoring clients' health and wellbeing, and reporting any changes to the appropriate personnel
• Adhering to all relevant policies, procedures, and safety guidelines as per the Aged Care Quality Standards

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in aged community care (MUST)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients
• Compassionate and patient approach when working with vulnerable individuals
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays
• NDIS screening, CPR, Current First Aid certificate
• Own car, with comprehensive insurance, valid Qld driver's license (MUST)
• Right to work Australia and two recent industry references

What we offer

At Sunshine Health, we are committed to supporting our employees' wellbeing and work-life balance. We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive Pay Rates - Excellent above-award casual rates. Paid weekly!
• Uniform Provided - Free scrub shirt to ensure you're comfortable and professional on every shift.
• Flexible work arrangements - both pre-scheduled and short-notice shifts.
• Ongoing Development - Free online education with opportunities to earn CPD points.
• Employee Perks - Discounts at major retailers, cashback offers, and wellbeing content through our Wellbeing Centre (T&Cs apply).
• Clinical Support - Our qualified clinical team is always here to support you.
• A Supportive Culture - Join a team committed to respect, collaboration, and high-quality care.

About the client

Solara Health was founded in 2024 by a family who saw firsthand what aged care could and should look like. Coming from deep within the industry - Solara was built on something rare: genuine expertise paired with a personal commitment to getting it right.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applicants from Indigenous and culturally diverse backgrounds.