Join our team

At Uniting AgeWell, we empower our team members to thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful difference in their local communities. When you join us, you'll be supported by a values-driven organisation that genuinely cares about its people.

Our Support at Home Program helps older people live safely, independently, and comfortably in their own homes for as long as possible. We are expanding our Home Care team and are seeking caring, reliable, and community-minded Home Care Workers to join us in the Knox City area, and surrounding communities.

This is meaningful and rewarding work where you can see the positive impact you make in clients lives every day.

No formal qualifications are required for this role. We provide support and training for people who are passionate about helping older members of the community remain independent in their own homes.

• Provide personal care, domestic assistance and household support tailored to each clients individual needs
• Assist clients with personal care activities, including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, and getting ready for the day
• Provide social support and companionship, helping clients remain connected and engaged in their community
• Support clients to access community activities, appointments, shopping, and other social outings
• Assist clients with mobility, encouraging independence while ensuring safety and dignity
• Perform a range of household duties, including cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, laundry, changing bed linen, and general tidying
• Support clients to maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable home environment that promotes independence and wellbeing
• Build positive, respectful, and professional relationships with clients and their families through regular interactions
• Deliver services in a manner that respects each clients cultural, spiritual, and personal preferences
• Accurately maintain client records and complete required documentation
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and the broader care team to achieve positive outcomes for clients

We're seeking compassionate and reliable individuals who are passionate about supporting older people to live independently and with dignity in their own homes.

 

You will bring:

• Experience providing personal care and support to older people in a home care, aged care, disability, or community care setting (desirable)
• Experience in a home care, aged care, community care, or domestic support/cleaning role (desirable)
• A genuine commitment to providing person-centred care and supporting positive client outcomes
• An understanding of the importance of delivering high-quality services to clients and their families
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a collaborative team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on building meaningful client relationships
• A commitment to maintaining safe, clean, and comfortable home environments
• Alignment with our BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust

Applicants must have, or be willing to obtain:

• A current Victorian Driver Licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Working with Children Check (Employee)
• National Police Check
• Up-to-date vaccinations in accordance with Uniting AgeWell's Vaccination Policy
• Full Australian working rights

For further information, please contact the Recruitment Team at Recruitment@unitingagewell.org and include the position title and location in your email.

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To apply, click Apply Now and submit your application.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Apply Now! Join a team that is making a real difference in the lives of older people every day. If you're looking for rewarding work where your compassion, dedication, and support can help people maintain their independence, wellbeing, and connection to their community, we'd love to hear from you.