Home Care Worker

Uniting AgeWell

Echuca, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley, VIC

Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)

Part time

$33.05 p/h - $35.89 p/h + Super + Salary packaging

About Us

At Uniting AgeWell, we are dedicated to empowering older people toence well-being, 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.

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 + $2,650 annually

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 organization 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.

Join Our Team in Echuca!

Uniting AgeWell's Loddon Mallee Home Care program supports elderly clients to live safely and independently at home for as long as possible. We offer comprehensive aging support and services, with local employment opportunities to serve throughout the Campaspe Shire, with local employment opportunities in Echuca and surrounding communities.

Our part-time roles require a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week, ideally with daytime availability on at least three weekdays.

We are currently looking to grow our team with passionate and caring individuals in our Home Care Worker role.

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.

Our home care worker roles involve traveling between clients’ homes to provide tailored support and care that meets their individual needs.

Responsibilities may include:

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

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:

Reliable transport and the ability to travel between clients’ homes.

Excellent organizational skills, with a focus on maintaining safe, clean, and supportive environments for clients.

A strong understanding of the person-centered 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 organizational values and the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust.

Mandatory Requirements

Qualification: A nationally recognized Certificate III/IV in Individual Support or equivalent (e.g., Diploma or Bachelor of Nursing in progress).

Driver’s License and Vehicle: A valid Australian license 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 organizational policy.

Australian Work Rights

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For inquiries, contact recruitment@unitingagewell.org