Domestic Assistant - Casual Lower North

Amana Living; Upington; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aged care provider in Upington seeks a Domestic Assistant to care for the elderly in their homes. Responsibilities include providing direct care, supporting client independence, and maintaining a safe environment. Applicants should have a caring nature, the ability to drive clients, and experience in aged care or similar roles. Competitive benefits and training opportunities are offered. Join us to make a difference in our community.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Salary packaging benefits

Childcare assistance

Health and wellbeing programs

Ongoing training and development

Travel allowance

Work mobile phone

Qualifications

• Experience working in aged care, community, or related responsibilities.
• Ability to drive and transport clients safely.
• Evidence of vaccinations according to policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to clients.
• Support clients in maintaining their independence.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Caring nature

Driving and transporting clients

Working independently

Job description

Why Choose Amana Living

Amana Living is one of Western Australia's largest aged care providers, dedicated to meeting the needs of older individuals and their caregivers since 1962. We offer a comprehensive range of services including home care, residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, day care, respite, and dementia‑specific services.

Our Vision: A community where every older person is honoured and valued.

Our Mission: To enable older people to maintain their individuality and provide what is needed to support a fulfilling life.

Our Values: Compassion, Collaboration, Curiosity, Inclusion, and Trust.

We are committed to leading reforms that benefit our workforce, ensuring those who care for others are well supported in their careers.

Benefits

• Competitive rates
• Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550
• School holidays childcare assistance
• Continued superannuation contribution for employees who are on paid or unpaid parental leave
• Health and wellbeing programs and more!
• Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Travel allowance for travel between clients
• Work mobile phone

At Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Join us in making a difference!

The Role

Our Domestic Assistants have the rewarding role of caring for elderly people in their homes, enabling their overall independence.

Responsibilities

Your day-to-day workload will be varied, ranging from providing direct care to clients in line with their care plans, supporting and maintaining their independence, to ensuring a clean, comfortable, and safe environment.

Additional responsibilities may include assisting clients with communication and socialisation, helping with domestic tasks as outlined in their support plan, and responding to any additional care needs or emergency situations.

Desired Availability & Area of Need

Area of need: Lower Northern Suburbs.

Desired availability between 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

About You

A caring nature, comfortable driving and transporting clients, and working independently. You either have experience working in aged care, community, or caring responsibilities. Perhaps you would like a career change helping our elderly community.

Requirements

• Evidence of COVID-19 and current flu vaccinations per Amana Living policies.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6‑month validity).
• Successful completion of pre‑employment form and reference checks.
• Current WA driver’s licence.
• Access to a reliable WA registered motor vehicle with full comprehensive insurance.
• Available to attend a paid compulsory 2‑week induction/training at our training institute in Rivervale Monday to Friday 8 am – 4.30 pm.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role and meet the essential criteria, please click the "apply now" button. Amana Living reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date. Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately.