At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate personal care and support to clients in their homes.
- Company: Join Mercy Health, a for-purpose organisation making a real difference.
- Benefits: Earn $31-$35 per hour with flexible hours and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to better healthcare outcomes.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Empathy, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 35 - 35 $ per hour.
Employment Type: Casual.
Hours: Flexible; Weekend and evening availability would be highly regarded.
Salary: $31 - $35 per hour (per Enterprise Agreement).
Location: Newcastle - Lake Macquarie.
Application: Upload your resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications.
Contact: Louise Dodd (ldodd@mercy.com.au).
About Mercy Health: Mercy Health Australia is a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people. Our teams provide care for people when they need it most, and we offer security and stability along with opportunity to grow your impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere. At Mercy Health, we strive to deliver better outcomes through continuous improvement and compassionate care.
Responsibilities:
- Providing personal care with empathy and dignity
- Domestic assistance and household tasks
- Meal preparation and nutritional support
- Assisted shopping and community access
- Respite care to support family caregivers
What you'll bring:
- A warm, empathetic, and person-centred approach to care
- Strong communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude
- Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families
- A collaborative spirit that contributes to a team-focused culture
Requirements:
- Have your own car with insurance and a valid driver's license
- First Aid Certificate (Level 2)
- Certificate III or IV in Home and Community Care/Aged Care/Disability
- NDIS workers screening check
Ready to join Mercy Health? Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare? Join us and make a meaningful difference in people's lives—and your career. Are you ready to apply for this role? Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.
Equal Employment Opportunity: We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We extend this acknowledgment to the many traditional lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present. The Mercy Health team is diverse and we are proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
Home Care Worker in Newcastle employer: Mercy Health Australia
At Mercy Health, we pride ourselves on being a for-purpose organisation that values compassion and community. Located in Parkville, our team of over 10,000 dedicated professionals enjoys a supportive work culture that fosters personal and professional growth, offering unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we care for. Join us to be part of a diverse and inclusive environment where your contributions truly matter.
