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About Us

At Uniting AgeWell, we are dedicated to empowering older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence in their lives. We strive to ensure they feel valued as members of their community and have easy access to the services they need—whether at home or in a residential setting—to live the life they want.

With services spanning Victoria and Tasmania, our team of 4,300 staff and 600 volunteers is committed to delivering high-quality care and support.

Our workplace culture is guided by the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust—and underpinned by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Inclusion. These principles, along with our customer service charter and promise, shape everything we do.

For more information, visit our website: www.unitingagewell.org

Why Choose Uniting AgeWell

• Competitive Pay: Above Award hourly rates
• Salary Packaging Benefits: Up to $15,900 tax-free, plus an additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment annually
• Annual Leave Loading: Receive extra pay while on leave
• Career Growth: Access to education, development, and career pathway opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential 24/7 support for you and your family
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Flexible options for parental leave
• Relocation Flexibility: Opportunities to work across Victoria and Tasmania within our network

Be part of a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that truly cares about its people and communities.

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

As a Home Care Domestic Support, you will travel between clients' homes to provide support and care tailored to their individual needs. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with domestic tasks such as:

  • Household chores such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and general tidying
  • Laundry tasks, including washing, drying, ironing, and folding clothes
  • Cleaning kitchens and bathrooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Meal preparation, including light cooking and assisting with food storage

• Observing clients' physical, emotional, and behavioural status, and reporting any concerns to the appropriate team member.

• Supporting clients with activities that contribute to a clean, tidy, and safe living environment.

• Ensuring clients' clothing and personal belongings are kept safe, clean, and well-maintained.

• Providing social support and transportation services, such as accompanying clients to appointments or social activities.

• Respecting clients' rights, cultural, spiritual, and individual needs in all aspects of care and daily living.

• Delivering exceptional customer service by building friendly, supportive, and professional relationships with clients, their families, and friends.

About You

You are passionate about making a positive difference in elderly people’s lives by providing essential domestic support that empowers them to maintain their independence at home.

Successful candidates must have:

• Commitment to Person-Centred Care: A genuine interest in supporting elderly clients and a dedication to maintaining high standards of care and support for clients and their families.

• Driver’s License and Car: A valid Australian license and a roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance.

• First Aid & CPR: Current certifications or a willingness to obtain.

• Cultural Fit: Embrace our organisational values and embody the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Working With Children Check (Employee): Or willingness to obtain.

• National Criminal Police Record Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check: Or willingness to obtain.

• Annual vaccinations as per policy: Or willingness to obtain.

• Australian work rights

How to Apply

To apply, access the position description at Home Care Domestic Support PD.pdf  and submit your application by clicking 'Apply'. For inquiries, contact recruitment@unitingagewell.org.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.