At a Glance
- Tasks: Support elderly clients with daily living activities and enhance their quality of life.
- Company: Join Uniting, a leading human services organisation committed to community care.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, bonuses, flexible hours, and access to exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or equivalent; empathy and flexibility are key.
The predicted salary is between 37.68 - 37.68 $ per hour.
Join our Home Care Team and positively impact the lives of elderly clients in your community!
- Position: Permanent Part-time, Monday to Friday
- Pay Rate: $36.23 - $37.68 per hour + 99c per km and travel time
About the Role
Join us as a Uniting Home Care Worker, where you'll play a crucial role in providing essential and practical care for our elderly clients.
You'll empower independence and enhance the quality of life for our clients in their own homes in Lithgow and surrounding suburbs.
What We Offer You
- A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
- $250 bonus at 6 and 12 months.
- Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
- Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
- Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
- Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- Purchase of additional leave
Responsibilities
- Help at home: Assist with housekeeping, grocery shopping, and meal preparation.
- Transport for wellbeing: Escort clients to appointments, shopping trips, and social activities.
- Personal Care: Support with personal hygiene, showering, dressing, meal assistance, and medication administration.
Qualifications and Experience
- Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.
- Previous experience in aged or community care is preferred, or a strong desire to begin a career in aged care.
- Empathetic and resourceful, embodying Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.
- Flexibility to accommodate the evolving needs and schedules of our clients.
- A provisional or full Australian driving license and access to a comprehensively insured, reliable vehicle.
At Uniting, we embrace diversity and provide a safe, inclusive environment for all staff and clients, regardless of background.
What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting requires
- A National Police Check
- Valid working with Children Check
- First Aid Certificate
- Working Rights Check
- References
- About Uniting
Uniting NSW.
ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care.
We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work.
Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.
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Support Worker – Lithgow employer: Uniting
Uniting is an exceptional employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering a hybrid work model that allows you to thrive both at home and in our vibrant Melbourne office. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development within a supportive and inclusive culture, making it a rewarding place to contribute to meaningful social change in the AOD, Wellbeing & Homelessness Services sector.
