Community Care Worker
- Provide in-home support to help individuals maintain independence and quality of life.
- Assist with personal care, meal preparation, shopping, and companionship.
- Join a supportive team focused on making a positive impact in the community.
Community Care Worker
Make a Difference Every Day
Colac Otway Shire Council | Permanent Part-Time | Minimum 10 Hours Per Week
Looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact people's lives?
Are you passionate about helping others live independently and stay connected to their community?
We're looking for compassionate and reliable Community Care Workers to join our Ageing Well team and make a real difference in the lives of local residents.
In this rewarding role, you'll provide in-home support that helps people maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life. Whether you're assisting with personal care, preparing meals, helping with shopping and transport, or simply providing companionship, every day is an opportunity to positively impact someone's wellbeing.
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful work that makes a difference every day
- Flexible part-time hours to support work-life balance
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A role where kindness, respect and care are valued and celebrated
We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Is caring, empathetic and community-minded
- Enjoys building positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
- Has strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Holds (or is working towards) a Certificate III or IV in a relevant Community Services qualification
- Has a current Victorian Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
If you're looking for more than just a job and want a career that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Colac Otway Shire Council and help people stay safe, connected and independent in the place they call home.
We can offer you a job where you can make a real difference and meaningful contribution to people's lives. You will be appreciated and work with people who value you. In addition to the hourly rate, you will be reimbursed for client related travel kilometres.
Salary information: $66,565.20 to $70,503.68 per annum pro rata plus superannuation
For further information and to apply:
- Download and review the Position Description including the Key Selection Criteria.
- Information to be included with your application:
- Letter of Application
- Current resume
- Key Selection Criteria Responses
- Submit your application
Applications Close Thursday 17 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Please note: we reserve the right to conduct interviews with suitable candidates prior to the closing date.
Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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About Colac
Colac Otway Shire is widely regarded as one of the most picturesque municipalities in Victoria. It comprises spectacular coastal areas, rain-forested hinterlands and beautiful vast open plains with native grasslands and wildflowers.
From the Great Ocean Road towns of Apollo Bay and Lavers Hill, to the beacon of the Cape Otway Lighthouse, the cascading waterfalls, nature trails and native wildlife, the lush tree ferns of the rainforests and tall timber of the Otway forest, Colac Otway has it all. Country living without compromise.
Colac Otway Shire Council is an amazing place to work. If you are passionate about delivering great customer service, working for a progressive and innovative council, and making a difference to your local community, browse the current vacancies below.
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