Aged Care Support Worker

Aged Care Support Worker

• Help older Australians and enjoy rewarding, meaningful work
• Casual role | $38 to $45 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + Super
• Flexible rostering to suit your lifestyle between Mon – Fri, 6am - 6pm
• Work within the Northern Beaches & North Shore

Our Organisation / Who We Are

At The Benevolent Society, we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms, with dignity, respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries, this belief has shaped who we are and how we work.

We’re working towards a just society where everyone feels valued, safe and included. As a not-for-profit, independent and non-religious organisation, we proudly embrace diversity and are deeply committed to reconciliation. We welcome people from all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us in creating positive change.

About the role

We’re searching for experienced and compassionate Home Care Support Workers to assist older clients in the community. You’ll play a key role in helping clients remain independent in their own homes, supporting their dignity, safety, and quality of life. We have shifts available based on client demand, Monday – Friday, 6am – 6pm.

Duties will include:

• Providing personal care support such as showering, grooming, and personal hygiene
• Supporting with meal preparation, household cleaning, laundry, and ironing
• Assisting with shopping, medical appointments, and social outings
• Monitoring and reporting any changes in a client’s health or behaviour, escalating concerns to ensure safety
• Delivering care in line with individual Care Plans and maintaining accurate documentation
• Travelling between client homes within your local service area including
• Travelling between client homes within your local service area including Mona Vale, Narrabeen Dee Why, Frenches Forrest, Manly

Skills and Requirements

• Current driver’s licence and reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance is mandatory.
• Certificate III, IV or Diploma in Aged Care, Home Care, Disability, or related field.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Clear verbal communication skills to engage effectively with older clients
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.
• Flexibility in hours and approach, with availability aligned to client needs.
• Ability to review and accurately document care plans.
• Experience using mobility aids and assisting with client hoisting (advantageous).

Our Benefits:

• Salary Packaging – Boost your take-home pay by packaging up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income for everyday expenses.
• Work/Life Balance – Flexible part-time hours (8–12 hours per week minimum) with the option to pick up additional shifts to suit your lifestyle.
• Recognition & Reward – Competitive sector rates, paid travel time between clients, access to recognition programs, and long service leave after 5 years.
• Supportive Onboarding – Our ‘buddy-up’ program ensures you feel confident, supported, and set up for success from day one.
• Wellbeing – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, and the option to purchase additional leave.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians while enjoying a flexible and rewarding career.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

This role aligns to the capability requirements of an Individual Contributor. Please see the Capability Framework attached below to discover essential skills, values and behaviours required at this level.

*Internally this role is called a Home Support Partner.

The artwork above is by Jasmine Sarin, a proud Kamilaroi and Jerrinja woman from NSW, who grew up on the South Coast in Jerrinja and Yuin country (Nowra) and Dharawal country (Wollongong).

Click here for the Capability Framework

Click here for the Position Profile

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.

Aged Care Support Worker

Community Services & Development Aged & Disability Support

Closes 1st Jun 26

Sydney Australia - NSW