Home Care Assistant - North of River

MercyCare; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyCare is hiring a Home Care Assistant to support older Australians in living independently at home. This role involves providing practical support and companionship, with an emphasis on empathy and strong communication skills. Join a valued, inclusive organization and enjoy competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Not-for-profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000

Competitive hourly rate starting at $31 per hour

Childcare discounts

Options to purchase additional leave

Employee Assistance Program

Career Pathways and Professional Development

Comprehensive Wellbeing Program

Discounted health insurance

Free flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Passionate about empowering older Australians.
• Genuine desire to make a positive difference.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with community activities.
• Provide domestic assistance and meal preparation.
• Offer companionship and social support.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Communication

Job description

When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A communityof staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As aleading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care,family, community, early learning and disability services wesupport people throughout life’s journey. We invest in ourpeople by building rewarding careers, offering training anddevelopment opportunities and a values-driven culture where ourpeople can belong and thrive.

About the role

In this rewarding role, you’ll make a real difference inthe lives of older Australians by supporting them to continueliving independently in the comfort of their own homes. Every daybrings the opportunity to build meaningful connections and providepractical, heartfelt support that helps clients live life to thefullest.

As part of your role, you will assist with:

• Accessing the community, including shopping, socialactivities, and medical appointments
• Domestic assistance in the home, such as cleaning,vacuuming, mopping, tidying, reorganising, laundry, and linenchanges
• Preparing tasty and nutritious meals
• Providing companionship and social support to supportclients live their best life at home

About you

You’re passionate about empowering older Australians tomaintain their independence and live confidently in their ownhomes. You bring empathy, reliability, and strong communicationskills, along with a genuine desire to make a positive differencein the lives of others.

In addition, you will have:

• Previous experience working as a Home Care Assistant ishighly desired, but not essential
• A current Driver’s License
• A roadworthy vehicle registered in WA and covered byThird-Party insurance
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last 6months)

About the benefits

You'll become part of an inclusive, diverse, and welcomingWestern Australian organisation passionately committed to making ameaningful impact in the local community. Our MercyCarePromise is focused on ensuring our people are connected andempowered to make a positive difference in the heart of ourcommunities. As a valued team member, you'll also enjoy accessto:

• Not-for-profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000!
• Competitive hourly rate starting at $31 per hour + travelallowance of 88¢ per km
• Childcare discounts for your little ones
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted healthinsurance and free flu vaccinations

To Apply

Click "Apply Now"to visit our website and submit your application. Applicationsclose on 19 th June 2025, but don'twait—apply early, as we will progress the recruitment processsoon.

Please note all applications must bereceived via the online portal to be considered.

Mercy Care values individuality. Ifyou experience neurodiversity or live with a disability and wouldlike support or accommodations to fully participate in ourrecruitment process reach out to us at [e-mail] we wouldlove to hear from you.

With our 175-year legacyextending back to the Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud tomake a positive difference in our local communities. We live by ourvalues – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence,and courage.

We are committed to safeguardingand protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We inviteapplications from people from all walks of life, includingAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those fromdiverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender andsexuality.