Home Care Worker
- Provide companionship, emotional support and practical assistance to seniors in their homes, including light cleaning, meal preparation and shopping.
- Help clients attend appointments and community activities, supporting their independence and wellbeing.
- Work with Senior Home Care Workers; a Certificate III in Individual Support, current First Aid and CPR, a driver’s licence and an insured vehicle are sought or required.
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Home Care Worker | Darling and Southern Downs
Casual Position
About the Opportunity:
Home Care Darling and Southern Downs is looking for caring and reliable individuals to assist seniors in their homes with everyday tasks, companionship, and social support. If you have a passion for helping others and a positive attitude, we will provide the necessary training to support you in this role.
What you'll be responsible for:
- Provide friendly companionship and emotional support to clients.
- Assist with household tasks such as light cleaning, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Support clients with transport to appointments and community activities.
- Encourage independence and well-being in a home environment.
About you:
This role is perfect for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and eager to make a difference - Providing personalised assistance to clients, helping them maintain their independence and enhancing their quality of life within their chosen community. You will be a valued member of the team, working closely with and reporting to our very supportive Senior Home Care Workers as needed.
You'll ideally bring:
- Currently holds a Certificate 3 in Individual Support
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
- A current driver's license and a reliable, registered, and comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for work purposes are essential for this role. (Reimbursement of $0.96 per KM is provided for use of own vehicle)
- Currently holds, or willing to obtain a current police check
- Hold a valid Australian Work Rights - Unfortunately we are not offering sponsorship for this role.
Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage, and is committed to providing exceptional care to older people.
Why join Churches of Christ?
Churches of Christ is one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning more than 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care and residential aged care, with services across Queensland and Victoria.
What we offer:
- Competitive remuneration and superannuation
- Ability to take-up an ATO supported benefit of up to $18,549 on living expenses (mortgage repayments, rent, entertainment) paid from your gross income – before tax. Potentially reducing your tax burden, dependent upon individual circumstance, working for a for-purpose organisation.
- Generous annual leave to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
- A supportive and positive workplace culture where collaboration and compassion matter.
- Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of older Australians.
- Opportunities for ongoing learning, development and professional growth.
- The opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation committed to quality, dignity and compassionate care.
How to Apply
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