Home Care Worker

About UsAt Uniting AgeWell, we are dedicated to empowering older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence in their lives.

We aim to ensure every person feels valued within their community and can easily access the support they need-whether at home or in a residential setting-to live the life they choose.Operating across Victoria and Tasmania, our team of more than 4,600 staff and 600 volunteers is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.Our workplace culture is shaped by the BEST philosophy-Believe, Excel, Support, Trust-and guided by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Inclusion.

These principles, together with our customer service charter and promise, define the way we work and care.To learn more, visit : Why Join Uniting AgeWell?At Uniting AgeWell, we're committed to helping our staff grow-both personally and professionally-while making a real difference in their local communities.

As part of our team, you'll benefit from : Competitive Pay : Above Award hourly ratesSalary Packaging : Access up to $15,900 tax-free income + $2,650 for meals and entertainment annuallyAnnual Leave Loading : Receive extra pay while on leaveCareer Growth : Ongoing education, training, and clear career pathwaysEmployee Assistance Program : Free, confidential 24 / 7 support for you and your familyEnhanced Parental Leave : Flexible options to support growing familiesRelocation Flexibility : Opportunities to work across Victoria and Tasmania within our broad networkJoin a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that genuinely cares about its people and the communities we serve.

With training, support, and a strong team culture, we'll help you thrive in your role and build a rewarding career.Join Uniting AgeWell - MansfieldWe support older people to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own homes for as long as possible.

As our Hume Home Care program continues to grow, we're looking for a compassionate, reliable, and community-minded individual to join our supportive team, servicing Mansfield and surrounding communities.This role offers meaningful work and the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of older people by delivering care with empathy, respect, and a strong person-centred approach.Key ResponsibilitiesHome Care Workers travel between client homes to provide personalised care and support tailored to each individual's needs.Duties may include : Assisting with personal care tasks such as showering, grooming, and mobility supportCarrying out general household tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and tidyingPreparing light meals and supporting safe food storageMaintaining hygiene in kitchens, bathrooms, and shared spacesProviding social support or transport to appointments and community activitiesMonitoring client wellbeing and reporting any concernsSupporting each client in line with their individual preferences, cultural background, and valuesHelping ensure the home environment is clean, safe, and comfortableFor the full list of responsibilities, please refer to the position description below.What We're Looking ForWe're seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting older people to live independently at home.

A caring, empathetic nature is essential, along with a genuine commitment to building respectful relationships with clients and their families.Successful candidates will have : Daytime availability across at least three weekdays, in line with the requirements of this part-time roleExcellent organisational skills and a focus on creating safe, clean, and supportive environmentsA strong understanding of person-centred and community-based careA commitment to delivering high-quality support that meets the needs of clients and their familiesThe ability to work well both independently and as part of a collaborative teamA shared commitment to our organisational values and the BEST philosophy - Believe, Excel, Support, TrustMandatory RequirementsTo be considered for this role, applicants must have or be willing to obtain the following : A nationally recognised Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (or equivalent qualification, including nursing students)A valid Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable, roadworthy vehicle with insuranceCurrent First Aid and CPR certificationsA Working with Children Check (Employee)A National Police Check or NDIS Worker Screening CheckUp-to-date vaccinations in accordance with Uniting AgeWell's organisational policyFull Australian working rightsReady to Apply?Access the position description to determine if your skills and qualifications align with this opportunity : Home Care Worker Submit your application by clicking 'Apply'.For any questions, contact us at .We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.Apply now and help older people live well with choice and dignity.Please note : only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.