Support Worker (Colac, VIC)

The CareSide; Colac; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

PPE provided

Free uniforms

Job summary

The CareSide in Colac, VIC seeks a compassionate Support Worker to assist clients with daily activities and help them live safely at home.

This casual, 6-hours-per-week role offers travel reimbursement and PPE, with responsibilities including personal care, domestic tasks, social support, transport, and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• National Police Clearance Certificate.
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence with registered vehicle and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care: showers, dressing, grooming, toileting, and medication prompts
• Assist with domestic tasks: cleaning, meal prep, shopping
• Offer social support and respite care
• Transport clients to appointments
• Maintain accurate care records

Skills

German language

Compassionate

Reliable

Education

First Aid and CPR Certificate

National Police Clearance Certificate

Australian Driver’s Licence with vehicle & insurance

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

About The CareSide

As a family-owned and operated company, The CareSide delivers unparalleled support to home care recipients across Australia. Our mission-driven, entrepreneurial roots have helped us blossom into a national provider, meaning our clients and their families get the best of both worlds: the resources of an established company with the accessibility and authenticity of a local family-run business.

But what sets The CareSide apart?

We’ve developed proprietary software that enables us to operate far more efficiently than other home care service providers. It empowers our team to collaborate and do their jobs more effectively, all while passing substantial savings down to our clients and their families. Our unique blend of talent and technology has driven significant growth since our inception in 2017—and we’re just getting started. If you’re like us and sincerely passionate about providing the highest quality care possible, we’d love to hear from you!

About The Role

We are looking for a compassionate Support Worker to join our fast-growing team in VIC. As a Support Worker/Carer, you will assist clients with daily activities, helping them live safely and independently at home.

This role requires 6 hours per week:

• Wednesday 10AM-12PM
• Friday 8 AM-12PM

We offer travel reimbursement and company-provided PPE.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide personal care: showers, dressing, grooming, toileting, and medication prompts
• Assist with domestic tasks: cleaning, meal prep, shopping
• Offer social support and respite care
• Transport clients to appointments
• Maintain accurate care records

Your Background

The ideal candidate is fluent in German and compassionate, reliable, and committed to delivering exceptional care. You should possess:

• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• National Police Clearance Certificate
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence with registered vehicle and insurance
• Smartphone
• Organised, punctual, friendly, and genuinely caring

Our Benefits

• Purposeful one-on-one client care
• Flexible work schedule
• Ongoing support, training, and development
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing team
• Travel reimbursement
• Free uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Our Mission and Values

Our mission is to deliver unparalleled home care at the most affordable prices. Check out our story to learn more about The CareSide’s co-founders and our company values.

Postion Type: Casual

Location: Colac, VIC

Department: Client services

Compensation: $40.93/hour

Curious about other roles?

Our care footprint stretches across Australia and we’re always looking to add more talented people to our amazing team.