Home care worker

Home Care Worker, Home Care Services, Palm Island, 002 Classification, Casual Position
Join our dedicated Home Care Services team in Palm Island, supporting frail aged and younger disabled clients with essential domestic assistance to promote independence and wellbeing.
About the work unit / facility
Townsville Home Care Services, part of the Medical Services Group, provides essential domestic assistance to aged and younger clients across the region. Based in Palm Island, this service supports independence and wellbeing through flexible, client-focused care.
About your new employer
Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km2. We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.
We offer:
Clinical Excellence: Delivering high-quality care across diverse communities, including remote and regional areas.
Career Growth: Access to training, development, and career pathways within a large health service.
Supportive Culture: Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team that values your contribution.
Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the lifestyle benefits of North Queensland.
Competitive salary and benefits
Salary between $***** – $***** per hour (002).
4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with *******% loading.
Generous employer contribution to superannuation of *****%.
Additional benefits include salary packaging options ( ), generous leave entitlements ( ), and professional development support.
About your opportunity
As a Home Care Worker, you will provide basic domestic cleaning and support services to frail aged and younger disabled clients and their carers. You will work to a structured roster, observe and report changes in client status, and maintain professional boundaries while delivering compassionate care.
Requirements
Current "C" class driver's licence.
Evidence of vaccination against VPDs including Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
National Police Certificate for aged care work.
Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations as per aged care facility requirements.
Ability to perform physical tasks and follow structured rosters.
A probationary period may apply.
Application details
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact:
Merlene Robertson on ***.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 18 November ****.
Submit your application via ( ), include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.