Home Care Services

Join a supportive team helping older Australians (65+) live independently at home and make a real difference every day.

• Live in and can support our customers in Cairns and surrounding areas 
• Hold an Australian Driver’s Licence and own comprehensively insured car (no international licence/shared vehicles)
• Minimum 12 months of experience delivering personal care in aged care, disability, or hospital environments and/or completed a qualification in Aged Care, Disability or Home and Community Care
• Available to work a minimum of 6 hours per day within the hours of 8am – 6pm, ideally across 3–4 weekdays (some weekend rosters available)
• Commitment to our paid 2-week Brilliant @ Basics Training when you start
• Passionate about working in in-home care, with a focus on aged care

• $36.42 - $36.59 p/h + super
• Paid travel time + $1.33/km allowance + company phone
• Permanent part-time contracts: 30 – 50 hours per fortnight
• Stable hours with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts

As a valued member of the team, you’ll deliver high-quality, person-centred care to older Australians in their homes.

• Personal care: showering, grooming, toileting and mobility support
• Medication assistance (where applicable)
• Domestic support: cleaning, laundry and meal preparation
• Social support and companionship
• Promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing

Domestic assistance will remain an important component of your role alongside your personal care responsibilities.

• Stability: Permanent part-time role with paid leave entitlements
• Support: Paid induction and ongoing training
• Progression: Opportunities to upskill and grow your career
• Perks: Employee discounts, additional leave options and 14 weeks paid parental leave

Apply now to start making a meaningful impact in your community.

Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and mature-aged individuals. To view our Reconciliation Action Plan, visit:  https://www.australianunity.com.au/about-us/reconciliation-action-plan