Community Care Worker

ELMO Cloud HR & Payroll; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Hours

Phone Provided for Work Use

Paid Travel Time + Kilometres Between 

Ongoing Support & Training from Lead 

16-week Onboarding Program

Inclusive, Friendly & Supportive Team

Job summary

St Carthage's Community Care seeks a compassionate Community Care Worker to support clients in Lismore, Ballina, Casino and surrounding areas, delivering person-centred care in clients' homes.

You will provide personal care, social support, transport, and community access, with a focus on independence and dignity, while following our values of openness, courage, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Genuine caring nature and strong communication skills.
• Current driver’s license and access to a registered, insured vehicle.
• LR licence for driving a coaster minibus is highly regarded.
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care or Disability.
• Police check valid within 3 months and valid First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, social support, domestic help, transport and community access.
• Assist with medication, meal prep and general wellbeing.
• Support clients to stay connected and live with dignity and independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Caring nature

Driver’s license

LR minibus licence

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Certificate III in Aged Care

Nursing qualification (desirable)

Job description

Join St Carthage's Community Care as a Community Care Worker and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people within the Lismore, Ballina, Casino and surrounding areas. As part of our dedicated field staff team, you will provide compassionate, person-centred support that assists individuals maintain their independence, dignity and wellbeing in the comfort of their own homes. This casual opportunity is ideal for someone who is caring, reliable and motivated by the chance to build genuine connections while delivering high-quality care. If you are ready to bring warmth, professionalism and purpose to every day, we would love to hear from you.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

Provide personal care, social support, domestic help, transport, and community access

Assist with medication, meal prep, and general wellbeing

Support clients to stay connected and live with dignity and independence.

Why Work with Us?

• Flexible Work Hours
• Phone Provided for Work Use
• Paid Travel Time + Kilometres Between Clients
• Ongoing Support & Training from Experienced Lead Care Workers
• 16-week Onboarding Program
• Inclusive, Friendly & Supportive Team Culture

Our Values:

• Courageous & Curious – We ask questions and embrace new ideas
• Open Heart, Open Mind – We meet people where they’re at
• Every Voice Matters – Your opinion is important
• Together We’re Better – We collaborate to build a life worth living
• Walk the Talk – We do what we say and own our actions

Desired Skills and Experience

What You’ll Need:

A genuine, caring nature and great communication skills.

A current driver’s licence and access to a registered, insured vehicle. A currentLR licence for driving a coaster minibus will be highly regarded.

Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability, Nursing.

Valid Police Check (no older than 3months).

Valid First Aid.

Previous experience in community care, aged care, disability support, home care or a similar support role is highly desirable.

• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, occasional weekend and public holidays, as required.

For further information please email [e-mail]

We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don't wait to submit your CV and cover letter.
Please note that part of the application process you will be requested to provide evidence of your qualifications, police check, first and, licence & registration, which are all mandatory requirements for this role. You will be required to complete a pre-employment functional assessment. Applicants must have a right to work in Australia to be eligible.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.