Support Worker – Permanent Shifts

LG Services and Supports; Hamilton; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Services and Supports in Victoria invites applications for a compassionate Home Care Support Worker on a contract basis, delivering in-home aged and disability support with a focus on independence and quality of life.

You will perform personal care tasks, assist with meals and mobility, accompany clients to appointments, and document care while collaborating with the care team. A valid First Aid/CPR certification is preferred, with flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• First Aid and CPR certification current or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in aged care, disability support, or related community services.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with empathy.
• Reliability and flexibility to work across various shift patterns, including evenings and weekend shifts.
• Physical capability to perform manual tasks and assist with mobility support.
• Commitment to person-centred care and supporting client independence.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to respond appropriately to challenging situations.
• A valid driver's license would be advantageous for community-based support.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care assistance, including help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Assisting clients with meal preparation, shopping, and light housekeeping duties
• Supporting clients with mobility and safe movement around their home environment
• Accompanying clients to medical appointments and community outings
• Monitoring and reporting changes in clients' health, wellbeing, or support needs to management
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of care provided and client interactions
• Building positive, respectful relationships with clients and their families
• Ensuring client dignity, privacy, and rights are upheld at all times
• Adhering to health and safety protocols, including infection control and manual handling procedures
• Working collaboratively with the wider care team to deliver coordinated support

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Driver's license

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Care Support Worker to join LG Services and Supports. This is a contract position offering ongoing shift-based work, providing essential care and support to individuals within their own homes. In this role, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable people by delivering high-quality aged and disability support services. You will be working flexibly across various shifts to meet the diverse needs of our clients, contributing to their independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Key responsibilities

Providing personal care assistance, including help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

Assisting clients with meal preparation, shopping, and light housekeeping duties

Supporting clients with mobility and safe movement around their home environment

Accompanying clients to medical appointments and community outings

Monitoring and reporting changes in clients' health, wellbeing, or support needs to management

Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of care provided and client interactions

Building positive, respectful relationships with clients and their families

Ensuring client dignity, privacy, and rights are upheld at all times

Adhering to health and safety protocols, including infection control and manual handling procedures

Working collaboratively with the wider care team to deliver coordinated support

What we’re looking for

Current First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Demonstrated experience in aged care, disability support, or related community services

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to listen and respond with empathy

Reliability and flexibility to work across various shift patterns, including evening and weekend shifts as required

Physical capability to perform manual tasks and assist with mobility support

A genuine commitment to person-centred care and supporting client independence

Problem-solving skills and the ability to respond appropriately to challenging situations

A valid driver's licence would be advantageous for community-based support

What we offer

LG Services and Supports is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where our team members can thrive. We offer competitive remuneration, ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills in aged and disability support. We provide a collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and we support your wellbeing through access to employee assistance programmes and flexible working arrangements where possible. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of disability or aged care needs.

About us

LG Services and Supports is a trusted provider of quality community services and support to vulnerable and marginalised groups in Victoria. We are committed to delivering person-centred care that respects the dignity, rights, and independence of those we support. Our mission is to enable individuals with aged care and disability support needs to live fulfilling lives within their communities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated workforce and our commitment to continuous improvement in service delivery. We work with passion and integrity to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients and their families.