Home Care Worker - Wallsend

Aged Care Resumes; Wallsend; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing high-quality home care services. This role offers flexible part-time hours, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while making a real difference in the lives of individuals in the community. As a Home Care Worker, you'll deliver personalized support, ensuring dignity and respect for every client. With opportunities for ongoing training and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about helping others. Embrace the chance to contribute to a values-driven organization committed to excellence in aged care.

Benefits

Flexible rosters

Paid travel time

Retention bonus

Salary packaging benefits

Ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in Australia.
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care aligned with individual care plans.
• Assist with personal care and domestic tasks.

Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Mobile Technology

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Job description

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UPA Aged Care Solutions is a values-driven not-for-profit organisation committed to caring for local communities across NSW. With over 1,500 staff and more than $150 million in turnover, we provide a range of high-quality services including:

• Home Care Services
• Residential Aged Care

About the Role

We are currently seeking compassionate Home Care Workers to deliver personalised, flexible, and high-quality support to people living in the community.

These roles offer the flexibility of part-time hours, with shifts available Monday to Friday, perfect for maintaining work-life balance. (Multiple Positions Available).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centred care and support aligned with individual care plans
• Assist with personal care, domestic tasks, transportation, respite, and social support
• Maintain privacy, dignity, and professionalism in all interactions
• Use first aid in emergency situations (within scope)
• Maintain accurate care records and report incidents/hazards

What You’ll Need

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia to apply
• Certificate III in Individual Support (or currently working towards it)
• A genuine passion for helping others with compassion and empathy
• Understanding of Consumer Directed and Person-Centred Care principles
• A current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Australian Driver’s Licence and access to a registered, comprehensively insured vehicle
• Strong communication skills, teamwork and the ability to work independently
• Comfortable using mobile technology for work tasks

Desirable: Experience working in aged care

What We Offer

• Flexible rosters to suit your lifestyle and better work-life balance
• Paid travel time and reimbursement for kilometres
• Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to wellness and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

What’s Next?

If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team, we’d love to hear from you!

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV and a short cover letter letting us know why this role is right for you.

Visit our website to learn more: www.upa.org.au

UPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQIA+ community. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please reach out to our HR team at [e-mail]

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Community Services & Development 1,001-5,000 employees

UPA is a forward-looking, consumer-focused aged care provider built on the solid foundations of 80 years of Christian commitment. UPA welcomes all comers, in keeping with our philosophy that every person has the right to live in peace and dignity, with respect and security, irrespective of age. Our purpose is to offer care of the highest possible standard. Our Home Care Services assist older Australians in the community and help them to remain as independent as possible in the comfort, familiarity and security of their own home.

UPA is a forward-looking, consumer-focused aged care provider built on the solid foundations of 80 years of Christian commitment. UPA welcomes all comers, in keeping with our philosophy that every person has the right to live in peace and dignity, with respect and security, irrespective of age. Our purpose is to offer care of the highest possible standard. Our Home Care Services assist older Australians in the community and help them to remain as independent as possible in the comfort, familiarity and security of their own home.

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Perks and benefits Competitive Remuneration Wellness Program Retention Bonus Employee Assistance Program Workplace Education & Support Work/Life Balance AHPRA Registration & Platinum Membership with ACN Make a Difference

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