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Home Care Worker
- Echuca, VIC, Australia, 3564
- Part time
About Us
At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4,300 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org
Why Choose Uniting AgeWell
- Above Award Hourly Rates
- Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
- Annual Leave Loading
- Career Pathways & Training: Education and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program: Available 24/7
- Enhanced Parental Leave Options
- Relocation Flexibility: Opportunities across Victoria and Tasmania within our network
- Not-for-Profit, Values-Based Organisation
Uniting AgeWell Loddon Mallee supports our elderly clients to live safely and independently at home for as long as possible. With comprehensive ageing support and services throughout the Hume Region, we offer local employment opportunities servicing Echuca and surrounding communities, empowering you to make a meaningful impact close to home.
Role Overview
Join Uniting AgeWell as a Home Care Worker, where a relevant qualification is essential to deliver high-quality, person-centered care. This part-time role requires a minimum commitment of 20 hours per fortnight, with shifts available Monday to Friday during daytime hours. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting clients with Personal Care, Domestic Assistance, Social Support, and Transport.
Key Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Travelling between clients’ homes
- Providing personal care, including assistance with showering, grooming, and mobility
- Assisting with domestic tasks such as meal preparation and household chores
- Monitoring clients' physical, emotional, and behavioural well-being, and reporting any concerns
- Ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment for clients
- Respecting clients’ rights, choices and upholding their cultural and spiritual needs
- Delivering friendly, professional service to clients and their families
About You
You are passionate about making a positive difference in clients’ lives and supporting them to live independently at home. Successful candidates must have:
- Qualifications: Certificate III/IV in Individual Support or higher (such as a Diploma/Bachelor of Nursing in progress)
- Driver’s License: Valid Victorian license and a roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- First Aid & CPR: Current certifications or willingness to obtain
- Commitment to Person-Centred Care: Strong knowledge of community care and dedication to high standards for clients and families
- Team Player: Thrives in a team environment while valuing one-on-one client connections
- Cultural Fit: Embrace our organisational values and embody the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust
Mandatory Requirements:
- Working With Children Check (Employee)
- National Criminal Police Record Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Annual vaccinations as per policy
- Australian work rights
How to Apply
To apply, access the position description at Home Care Worker 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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