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Join Uniting AgeWell – Ouyen
Supporting older people to live well with choice and dignity

At Uniting AgeWell, we are dedicated to empowering older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence in their lives. We aim to ensure every person feels valued within their community and can easily access the support they need—whether at home or in a residential setting—to live the life they choose.

Operating across Victoria and Tasmania, our team of more than 4,600 staff and 600 volunteers is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Our workplace culture is shaped by the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support, Trust – and guided by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Inclusion. These principles, together with our customer service charter and promise, define the way we work and care.

To learn more, visit: www.unitingagewell.org

Why Join Uniting AgeWell?

At Uniting AgeWell, we’re committed to helping our staff grow—both personally and professionally—while making a real difference in their local communities. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Dedicated Home Care Mentors and Team Leaders – Ongoing, one-on-one support to guide you through your role

• Competitive Pay – Above Award hourly rates

• Salary Packaging – Access up to $15,900 + $2,650 for meals and entertainment annually 

• Annual Leave Loading – Receive extra pay while on leave

• Career Growth – Ongoing education, training, and clear career pathways

• Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential 24/7 support for you and your family

• Enhanced Parental Leave – Flexible options to support growing families

• Relocation Flexibility – Opportunities across Victoria and Tasmania within our broad network

Join a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that genuinely cares about its people and the communities we serve. With training, support, and a strong team culture, we’ll help you thrive in your role and build a rewarding career.

Current Opportunities – Ouyen & Surrounds

As our Mildura Home Care program continues to grow, we’re looking for compassionate, reliable, and community-minded individuals to join our supportive team, servicing Ouyen and surrounding communities.

We are currently recruiting for the following part-time roles:

• Home Care Worker (relevant qualifications required)

• Home Care Domestic Support (no formal qualifications required)

These roles offer meaningful work and the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of older people by delivering care with empathy, respect, and a strong person-centred approach.

Key Responsibilities

Home Care Domestic Support
In this role, you’ll travel between clients’ homes to provide practical, personalised support tailored to each person’s needs.

Duties may include:

• General household tasks: vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and tidying

• Preparing light meals and assisting with shopping

• Maintaining hygiene in kitchens, bathrooms, and shared areas

• Providing social support or transport to appointments and community activities

• Monitoring client wellbeing and reporting concerns

• Supporting clients in line with their individual preferences, cultural background, and values

• Ensuring the home environment is clean, safe, and comfortable

Home Care Worker
This qualified role includes all of the above, plus:

• Assisting with personal care such as showering, grooming, and mobility support

For a full list of responsibilities, please refer to the position description below.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting older people to live independently at home. You’ll have a caring, empathetic nature and a genuine commitment to building respectful relationships with clients and their families.

You will need:

• Daytime availability across at least three weekdays

• Excellent organisational skills and a focus on safe, clean environments

• A strong understanding of person-centred and community-based care

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

• A shared commitment to our values and the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support, Trust

Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must have or be willing to obtain the following:

• For Home Care Worker roles:
  Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (or equivalent qualification, including current nursing students)

• A valid Australian driver’s licence and a reliable, insured vehicle

• Current First Aid and CPR certifications

• Working with Children Check (Employee)

• National Police Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Up-to-date vaccinations in accordance with Uniting AgeWell policy

• Full Australian working rights

Ready to Apply?

• Review the full position description:

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

• Submit your application by clicking Apply

• For any questions, please contact us at recruitment@unitingagewell.org

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Apply now and help older people live well with choice and dignity.