Overview
Join to apply for the Qualified Home Care Worker role at Churches of Christ in Queensland.
Location: Townsville, Queensland
Permanent, Part-time opportunity
• Hourly rate: $30 to $35 per hour, plus reimbursement of $0.96 per KM. Hourly rate based on experience.
About The Role
At Churches of Christ, we believe in making a difference—every day. As a Qualified Home Care Worker, you'll join a supportive and values‑driven team based at St James Retirement Home in Townsville. You'll be responsible and dedicated to helping older Australians live safely and independently in their own homes.
In This Varied Role You Will
* Provide personal care and assistance to clients (e.g. showering, grooming, dressing)
* Available for early morning starts between 6am and 6pm, Monday to Friday
* Medication assistance (HLTHPS006 competency required)
* Domestic support (cooking, cleaning, household tasks)
* Social support and transport to appointments, shopping or community outings
* Observing and reporting changes in health and wellbeing
You'll be part of a flexible team, able to work unsupervised with the ability to work both in the field and in the office as required. Whether you're out supporting clients or backing up your team administratively, you'll be a key part of our mission to deliver quality care.
What You'll Need
* Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent with 12 months experience
* Completion of HLTHPS006 – Assist Clients with Medication
* HLTAAP001 – Recognise Healthy Body Systems
* CHCCCS031 – Provide Individualised Support
* A current driver's licence and comprehensively insured vehicle
* First Aid and CPR certification
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
What Make You Stand Out
* A current National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
* NDIS Worker Screening Check (if applicable)
* Vehicle suitable for work purposes; reimbursement of $0.96 per KM when using own vehicle
About Us
We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not‑for‑profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith‑based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. Services across Queensland and Victoria.
Benefits Of Working For Us
At Churches of Christ, we offer more than just a job — we provide meaningful work with real rewards:
* Salary packaging options to help with take‑home pay
* Supportive annual leave, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts at a range of retailers
We actively encourage alignment with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.
Ready to Make a Difference - Apply Today Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. For inquiries, contact Helen Herbert at 07 4775 2250.
We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
Applications will be assessed as received.
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