At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to elderly clients in their homes.
- Company: Join Silverchain, a leading not-for-profit home care provider.
- Benefits: Earn $34.42 per hour plus super, with flexible hours and paid training.
- Other info: Enjoy career growth opportunities and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career.
- Qualifications: 3 months experience in care, valid driver's licence, and a caring attitude.
The predicted salary is between 34.42 - 34.42 $ per hour.
When was the last time you made a difference in someone's life? It takes a special person to be a Care Worker and help the older members of our community to maintain their independence and wellbeing. We are looking for a person with at least 3 months experience in a similar professional role, to join the Silverchain team in the Bellara and surrounding areas.
What's on offer:
- Guaranteed hours and shifts.
- Award rate $34.42 per hour + Super + Paid KM's
- Employee benefits program + salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free each year
- Accelerated learning programs to gain your professional qualifications (Cert 3)
- Paid CPR and First Aid courses.
What we're looking for:
- People who enjoy having variety in their day.
- Passionate about providing an excellent service.
- Can build positive relationships with clients and their families.
- Are comfortable working independently and finding solutions to everyday problems.
In addition, you will need:
- A valid Australian Driver's Licence & your own insured, roadworthy vehicle
- Experience of 3 months or more in a similar professional role, with experience in personal care, manual handling, hoist training and medications.
The role:
In the role of Care Worker you will be providing our aged care clients with home help services such as:
- General housekeeping and making beds
- Cleaning, mopping and vacuuming floors
- Washing, folding and ironing laundry
- Meal preparation and grocery shopping.
You will also be providing our aged care clients with personal care services such as:
- Getting clients out of bed, showered and dressed for the day
- Assisting clients to take their medications
- Assisting with mobility and therapy goals
- Providing complex care for customers with high care needs, such as dementia
- Providing social and emotional support
- Providing the client with transport to lifestyle activities or appointments
- Helping the family carer to have a break or an opportunity to do other things.
Why choose Silverchain:
Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It's a team effort. Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective. We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards.
What You'll Do:
Your day-to-day will focus on:
- True Companionship: Building real connections, reducing isolation, and supporting emotional well-being.
- Independence at Home: Personal Care, helping with light household duties, cleaning, laundry, and meal prep to keep homes safe and comfortable.
- Community Connection: Getting clients out and aboutβdriving them to social activities, shopping, and vital appointments.
What You Bring to the Team:
We value heart, reliability, and professionalism above all else. To set you up for success, you will need:
- Experience in Care: A solid background in domestic assistance, community transport, and supporting independent living.
- Great Communication: The ability to document care accurately and communicate effectively with families and coordinators.
- The Essentials: A valid First Aid & CPR Certificate, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and National Police Check (or a willingness to obtain them quickly).
- A Certificate III in Aged Care, Disability, or Individual Support is highly regarded but not mandatory if you have the right experience!
Why Home Care Workers Choose My Guardian:
We don't just care for our clients; we look after the people who look after them. When you join us, you get:
- First Pick of Hours: By joining our launch pool, you get priority access to fresh client rosters in your area the moment they go live.
- Complete Schedule Flexibility: You tell us when you're available, and we build work around your life.
- Career Advancement & Sponsorship: We offer ongoing training, clear pathways to permanent roles, and visa sponsorship opportunities for the right candidates.
- Culture & Rewards: Access to our Reward and Recognition program, regular team social events, and a highly supportive, human-centric management team.
Ready to join the movement? If you're a reliable, caring professional looking to secure your next great role with a rapidly growing provider, we want to hear from you today.
Please note: As we are proactively building our regional launch pools, we will be contacting shortlisted candidates dynamically as client onboarding scales up.
Compassionate Home Care Worker β Casual/Part-Time in Gold Coast employer: Silverchain Group
Silverchain is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the home and community health sector. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, comprehensive health resources, and the flexibility of a hybrid work environment across multiple states, we foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. Our focus on diversity and inclusion ensures that every voice is valued, making Silverchain a rewarding place to grow your career while making a real difference in people's lives.