Home Care Worker

Overview

Silverchain Group is seeking compassionate individuals in Hobart and nearby suburbs to join our team as Home Care Workers. This role involves supporting elderly community members to sustain their independence at home while enhancing their wellbeing.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive award wage of $43.03 per hour plus superannuation and reimbursement of travel expenses.
• Access to an employee benefits program and tax-effective salary packaging opportunities up to $18,550 annually.
• Opportunities for accelerated professional development including earning Certificate III qualifications.
• Paid training courses in CPR and First Aid.

Candidate Profile

• Enjoy variety and dynamic tasks throughout the workday.
• Committed to delivering exceptional client service.
• Able to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and their families.
• Dedicated to supporting senior clients to continue living independently.
• Maintain resilience and composure during challenging situations such as client distress or travel delays.
• Confident working autonomously, solving day-to-day issues and knowing when to escalate concerns or seek guidance.

Requirements

• Valid Australian driver’s licence and access to an insured, roadworthy vehicle.
• Interest in aged or community care, with 3 to 6 months previous experience in a similar capacity preferred.

Key Duties

• Perform general household chores including bed making, cleaning, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Manage laundry tasks such as washing, folding, and ironing.
• Assist with meal preparation and grocery shopping.
• Provide social support and transportation to community or lifestyle activities.
• Offer respite to family carers, allowing them time for other responsibilities.

Why Work With Silverchain

• Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering safe, personal, connected, and effective care.
• Join one of the few accredited Australian home care organizations meeting both national health and aged care standards equivalent to hospitals and residential care.
• Contribute to a not-for-profit that invests in research and innovative care models setting industry benchmarks.
• Access training and education programs designed to encourage personal growth and career advancement.

Additional Information

Silverchain highly values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, genders, abilities, and culturally diverse backgrounds. Prior to starting, successful candidates must undergo a Statutory Declaration, National Police check, working rights verification, and a functional pre-employment assessment. Applications cannot be submitted via email.