Join our team

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 4,600 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

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Why join Uniting AgeWell? 

At Uniting AgeWell, we empower our staff to grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in their local communities. As part of our team, you’ll receive:

• Competitive Pay: Above Award hourly rates
• Salary Packaging Benefits: Up to $15,900 tax-free, plus an additional $2,650 annually for meals and entertainment
• Annual Leave Loading: Extra pay while on leave
• Career Growth: Access to education, training, 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 extensive network

Be part of a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that genuinely cares about its people and the communities we serve. With ongoing training and support, we’ll help you succeed in your role and build a fulfilling career.

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Join Our Team in Bendigo!

Uniting AgeWell's Loddon Mallee South Home Care supports elderly clients to live safely and independently at home for as long as possible. We offer comprehensive ageing support and services throughout the Greater Bendigo Region, with local employment opportunities in Bendigo and surrounding communities.

Our part-time roles require a minimum commitment of 20 hours per fortnight. Ideally, you will have availability for 3 weekdays per week during daytime hours.

We are currently looking to grow our team with passionate and caring individuals in the following part-time roles:

• Home Care Worker (relevant qualifications required)
• Home Care Domestic Support (no formal qualifications required)

If you’re committed to making a real difference in your local community and empowering clients to maintain their independence and quality of life, one of these roles could be perfect for you.

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Key Responsibilities:

Both roles involve travelling between clients’ homes to provide support and care tailored to their individual needs. Responsibilities may include:

Home Care Worker

• Providing personal care, including showering, grooming, and mobility assistance
• Supporting clients with domestic tasks such as meal preparation and household chores
• Monitoring clients’ physical, emotional, and behavioural well-being, and reporting concerns
• Providing social support and transport for appointments or activities
• Respecting clients' rights, choices, and cultural and spiritual needs

Home Care Domestic Support

• Assisting with domestic tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and general tidying
• Preparing light meals and assisting with food storage
• Maintaining hygiene standards in kitchens and bathrooms
• Providing social support and transport to appointments or activities
• Ensuring clients' belongings are safe, clean, and well-maintained

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What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for individuals with a passion for supporting people to live independently in their own homes. A caring, empathetic nature is essential, along with a commitment to building strong relationships with clients and their families.

Successful candidates must also have:

• Availability to work a minimum of 3 weekdays per week during daytime hours.
• Reliable transport and the ability to travel between clients’ homes.
• Excellent organisational skills, with a focus on maintaining safe, clean, and supportive environments for clients.
• A strong understanding of the person-centred approach and community care, with dedication to delivering high standards for clients and families.
• The ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment while valuing one-on-one client connections.
• A commitment to our organisational values and the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust.

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Mandatory Requirements:

• Qualification: (Home Care Worker role only): Certificate III/IV in Individual Support or equivalent (e.g., Diploma or Bachelor of Nursing in progress).
• Driver’s Licence and Vehicle: A valid Australian licence and a roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
• First Aid & CPR: Current certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Working with Children Check (Employee)
• National Criminal Police Record Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Annual Vaccinations: As per organisational policy.
• Australian Work Rights

• Home Care Worker (relevant qualifications required)
• Home Care Domestic Support (no formal qualifications required)

Submit your application by clicking 'Apply'.

For inquiries, please contact recruitment@unitingagewell.org.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.