At a Glance
- Tasks: Support elderly customers at home with domestic assistance and companionship.
- Company: Join a caring team at Australian Unity, dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Earn $34.80/hour plus super, travel allowance, and enjoy paid leave benefits.
- Other info: Permanent part-time role with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while enjoying flexible hours and training.
- Qualifications: Must have a driver's licence, own car, and be available for training.
The predicted salary is between 34.8 - 34.8 $ per hour.
Are you passionate about helping others? Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we invite you to explore opportunities within our team and help support elderly customers (65+) to live independently at home.
Do you meet these minimum requirements?
- Live in or near Wagga and Coolamon NSW
- Open to candidates with 3 months domestic experience
- Hold a current Australian Drivers' Licence with your own car (sorry, we cannot accept International licences or shared/rental vehicles)
- Available to work a minimum of 6 hours a day between 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday - but we are flexible for the right candidate!
- Commitment to our paid 2-week Brilliant @ Basics Training when you start! (Get ready to learn, grow & be supported!)
- Travel is required for training.
Know this is NOT a vacancy for Disability or to work in a facility/nursing home. If you're saying 'YES' to these, we'd love to have you join us!
What this role offers:
- Permanent Part-Time contract
- Permanent Contract hours: 20-30 hours per fortnight
- Hourly Rate: $34.80 per hour + 12% super + $0.92/km allowance + paid travel time
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Entry-Level Carers: Provide domestic assistance, such as cleaning, vacuuming, laundry, and meal preparation. Most importantly: be a friendly face & brighten someone's day!
- As a valued team member, you’ll provide compassionate care and support to clients in their homes. Domestic assistance will form a significant part of your role – this applies to both our entry-level and experienced carers. From helping with household tasks to offering personal support, you’ll make a real difference in people’s lives every day.
Why you'll love working with us:
- Stability: Enjoy the security of a permanent part-time position with paid leave benefits
- Support: Fully paid induction and ongoing training to help you grow
- Perks: Additional leave options, employee discounts and 14 weeks of paid parental leave
- Career Development: Learn, upskill & train with ongoing support to help you grow and progress in your career
Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.
Home Care Support Worker employer: Australian Unity Limited
At Australian Unity, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the Care Team Leader role in Tweed Heads. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our flexible work options, additional leave benefits, and a culture that champions personal and professional growth. With access to comprehensive training resources and a supportive team environment, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a rewarding career in aged care.
