Home Care Support Worker

We are Goodwin, a multi-award-winning, industry-leading seniors' services and accommodation provider in the ACT and NSW. For over 70 years, our community-owned, not-for-profit organisation has provided the Canberra and regional community with vibrant and luxurious retirement living villages, reliable and innovative home care, and the very best in residential aged care facilities.

Enjoy more than just a great career

At Goodwin, you’ll be part of a respected, values-driven organisation with generous employee benefits. Increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 tax-free salary packaging plus an additional $2,650 for meal entertainment. You can also access novated leasing, relocation assistance, discounted health insurance, gym memberships, airline lounge memberships, free flu vaccinations, professional development opportunities and more.

Help older people live independently in the place they call home.

At Goodwin Aged Care Services, our Home Care Support Workers provide practical, compassionate support tailored to each client’s needs. We’re looking for reliable people who value dignity, connection and quality care.

What you’ll do

• Support clients with personal care, household tasks, shopping, transport, respite and social activities.
• Follow individual care plans and encourage clients to remain as independent as possible.
• Build respectful relationships with clients and work closely with the care team.
• Complete care records and promptly report changes, concerns or incidents.
• Assist with medication administration when trained and authorised.

What you’ll bring

• Experience supporting older people and helping them achieve their care and independence goals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with clients, families and colleagues.
• The ability to work with limited supervision, manage competing tasks and adapt to different client needs.
• Confidence using office systems and completing accurate documentation and records.
• A commitment to developing your skills and delivering person-centred care.

Mandatory requirements

• A current driver’s licence.
• A car available for work, with current registration and comprehensive insurance. The vehicle must undergo quarterly checks.
• Copies of your licence, registration and insurance before commencement and whenever they are renewed.
• A smartphone that is charged, switched on and has sufficient credit and data during work hours.
• The ability to obtain and maintain any required background checks and clearances.

Qualifications

• A Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care or Home and Community Care), a higher qualification or a similar qualification is highly desirable. If you don’t hold one, you’ll need to obtain it within the terms of your employment agreement.
• A Medication Skill Set is highly desirable.

Applicable penalty rates and allowances will be paid in accordance with the relevant industrial instrument and employment arrangements.

If you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team on [email protected]

Goodwin encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds to apply.