Support Worker - Home Care Benalla

Calvary Health Care; Rural City of Benalla; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging

Discounted health insurance

Gym memberships

Flexible hours

Paid travel time

Career development

Refer a friend bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Calvary Health Care is seeking a Support Worker for Benalla and surrounding suburbs to assist clients in the aged community. The role is part-time and involves daily living tasks, mobility support and companionship within a community care team.

Applicants with a Certificate III in Aged Care or related field are desirable. A valid driver's licence and strong communication skills are essential for providing person-centred care in this mission-based organisation.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care or related field is desirable but not essential.
• Current and valid Driver’s Licence is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and care networks.
• Comfort with using technology (smartphones, email, internet) for coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities (cooking, cleaning, laundry).
• Provide personal care, mobility support and medication prompting as needed.
• Support clients to achieve their goals in partnership with care networks.
• Promote meaningful routines and activities aligned with client preferences.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Time management

Independence

Tech proficiency (smartphone, email, ̄

Empathy and care

Driver's Licence

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care / Home and Community Care / Disability / Individual Support

Job description

Support Worker - Benalla surrounding suburbs

About The Role

We are looking for people to join our team as Support Workers in the aged community, part time positions are currently available to work with the community care team.

• As a support worker you will be supporting people with daily activities such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, assistance in the community and being a companion
• Qualified support workers will also support clients with personal cares, assistance with mobility and prompting with medication
• Support clients to achieve their goals and make choices in partnership with other support networks.
• Promote customer choice, positive routines and activities ensuring they are meaningful to the customer

• Benalla, VIC, Australia, 3672
• Permanent
• Closing on: Dec 15 2026

We have clients living at home in Benalla and surrounding suburbs. Where we can we will roster employees based on geographic location to minimize travel.

What's in it for you?

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
• Flexible hours that make sense for you
• Paid both travel time and kilometres
• Career development programs and partnerships
• 'Refer a friend' Bonus programme
• Free Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

Further details are available here: https://www.calvarycare.org.au/careers/benefits/

What You Will Bring

• A Certificate III in Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability or Individual Support (desired but not essential)
• Current and valid Driver’s Licence and insured, reliable motor vehicle
• Capacity to embrace a role that is meaningful for the community and yourself
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a customer service orientation
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time
• Proficiency in use of technology such as smart phones, email and internet
• A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation

About Calvary

As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.

Please note the following:

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role