At a Glance
- Tasks: Support aged care participants to live independently and connect with their communities.
- Company: Join Newcastle Anglican, a faith-based organisation making a real difference.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, salary packaging, career growth, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Great opportunity for personal growth and community connection.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact in people's lives while enjoying a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Certificate III or IV in Individual Support and experience in person-centred care.
The predicted salary is between 36.23 - 36.23 $ per hour.
Looking for a role where you can have a positive impact on the lives of Aged Care participants living in the community while enjoying flexibility, growth, and a supportive team? Join us! Your contributions through effective home care support will empower individuals receiving Commonwealth Home Support Program or Support at Home funding to maintain and support their independence, stay connected to their communities, and feel truly seen and valued.
You won’t just be making days easier—you’ll be helping participants live life on their own terms, with confidence and warmth. This is a chance to bring light into someone’s day and help them achieve goals that matter deeply to them and support them to continue living at home.
Why Work for us?
- Flexible working options plus options to flex up hours
- Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
- Maxxia rewards including meals & entertainment card
- Career and development opportunities
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
- Paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
- Paid kilometres between consumers, $1.01c per km ($1.05 per kilometre until 28 February 2027)
Role & Responsibilities:
- Being responsive to consumers and families’ usual routine and standards, including consulting with consumers to determine the schedule and method of delivery of home, lifestyle and care services outlined in the care plan.
- Working as a collaborative team member using open, transparent communication with the consumer, their family and other Anglican Care employees.
- Delivering care in a professional, person centred and age appropriate manner, respecting personal choice and autonomy as a customer of the service.
- Following individualised care and support plans promoting a focus on wellness, enablement and where appropriate timely and sensitive palliative care.
- Relating warmly to all consumers, respecting their dignity and self-esteem and maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
- Maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for consumers attending any of our Anglican Care community centres.
About you?
- Certificate III in Individual Support or Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- Previous experience within a similar support role
- Proven ability to deliver person centred care that respects the dignity and worth of the individual.
- An understanding of safe work practices, ideally proven experience in the use of appropriate manual handling techniques.
- Self motivated and able to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team
- Current Senior First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement)
- Current driver’s licence with registered, comprehensively insured and reliable motor vehicle.
Who we are?
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
You must have the right to work in Australia. No third party applications please.
Home Care Employee employer: Anglican Care
Newcastle Anglican is an exceptional employer that fosters a flexible and purpose-driven work culture, making it an ideal place for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth and comprehensive benefits, you will have the opportunity to shape teams and communities while contributing to meaningful outcomes in aged care, education, and community services. The supportive environment encourages innovation and collaboration, ensuring that your contributions are valued and impactful.
