Part-time and casual positions availableacross various locations, supporting clients inBendigo, Castlemaine and surrounding communities
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 **** staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on theBESTphilosophy –Believe, Excel, Support and Trust– underpinned by our values ofKindness, 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 -
Why choose Uniting AgeWell
Loddon Mallee South – Support at Home Program
Above-award hourly rates
Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus $2,650 annually
Annual leave loading
Career pathways, education and training opportunities
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7
Enhanced parental leave options
Ability to move within the Uniting AgeWell network across Victoria and Tasmania
Not-for-profit, values-based organisation
About the role
Our Support at Home Program helps older people to live safely and independently in their own homes for as long as possible.
Positions are located within your local area, providing support to clients in nearby communities such as Bendigo, Castlemaine and surrounding areas, allowing you to work close to where you live.
There are part-time roles with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per fortnight.
You must be available to work at least three weekdays per week during daytime hours including Monday and Friday.
Casual opportunities are also available.
You will travel between clients' homes, providing personalised support tailored to individual needs.
This is meaningful work where you can see the difference you make every day.
Role types available
Home Care Worker
Home Care Workers providepersonal care and domestic assistanceto support clients with daily living needs.
Duties vary depending on client requirements and individual care plans.
Home Care Domestic Support
Home Care Domestic Support workers focus primarily ondomestic assistance, helping clients maintain a safe and comfortable home environment.
No qualification is required for this role.
What you will be doing
Supporting clients with personal care, where applicable
Providing domestic assistance such as cleaning, laundry, and tidying
Respecting and incorporating each client's cultural, spiritual, and individual needs
Monitoring client wellbeing and escalating concerns appropriately
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Building respectful, professional relationships with clients and their families
About you
You are compassionate, reliable, and genuinely motivated to make a difference in people's lives.
You enjoy both working independently and being part of a supportive team.
This role is ideal if you have
Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Aged or Disability), or equivalent
Nursing students who have completed their first year are encouraged to apply
Unqualified entry roles are available for Home Care Domestic Support
Willingness to obtain Current First Aid and CPR certificates
A current Victorian driver's licence and unlimited access to a reliable, insured vehicle
Experience in home care or domestic support (desirable)
An understanding of client-directed care
A commitment to respectful, high-quality support
Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on theBESTway of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)
Essentials for working in Aged Care:
You must have, or be willing to obtain:
A current Victorian Working With Children Check (employee)
Current and ongoing flu vaccination
Australian working rights
A National Police Check
Make a positive difference in your community and apply now
In applying for these roles, you acknowledge you understate the inherent requirements of the role listed in the following position description(s): Home Care Worker (relevant qualifications required) or Home Care Domestic Support.
We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at .
Please note the position and location.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We look forward to hearing from you
Help older people live well withchoice and dignity– choose a career with heart
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