Home Care Worker – Moreton Region (Multiple Locations)

About Cura Aged Care

Cura Aged Care is a multicultural, not-for-profit organization operating since 1983, dedicated to enhancing the lives of our community members by providing personalized support that promotes independence, activity, and social connection. We embrace diversity with a team speaking over 40 languages and serving clients from numerous cultural backgrounds. Our inclusive environment values and celebrates employees from all walks of life and abilities.

Role Overview

We seek compassionate and dependable Home Care Workers to support seniors in the Gold Coast area, including North Gold Coast (Coomera), Central Gold Coast, and South Gold Coast (Tweed Heads). The role involves providing individualized care to help clients maintain their independence in their homes while respecting their unique histories, cultures, and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering personal care services tailored to individual client needs.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Offering domestic assistance such as housekeeping.
• Facilitating in-home respite care.
• Driving clients safely for transportation to appointments or social outings.
• Preparing nutritious meals to support client health.
• Supporting clients living with dementia through specialized care.
• Assisting with social support tasks like shopping and accompanying clients on outings.

Candidate Requirements

• Pursue respectful and empathetic interactions with diverse senior clients.
• Exhibit kindness, strong communication skills, and effective time management.
• Be self-driven with a positive work ethic focused on client-centered care.
• Maintain reliability, honesty, and a warm approach.
• Comply with safe working practices and maintain professional boundaries.
• Hold relevant qualifications such as Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, or Social Support, or possess equivalent experience within residential care environments.
• Possess a current valid driver's license and a registered, fully insured vehicle.
• Have a current National Police Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Maintain a current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Hold a Working with Children (Blue Card) clearance.

Why Join Us?

• Access salary packaging to reduce taxable income and increase spending power for everyday expenses.
• Receive reimbursements for kilometers traveled during work assignments.
• Benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Be part of a culturally diverse team, with 65% of staff born overseas and over 65 languages spoken.
• Work for an organization that prioritizes unity, compassion, integrity, respect, and joy of life.
• Enjoy continuous support from a dedicated team and employee assistance programs.

Additional Information

Cura Aged Care honors the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we operate, including the Kombumerri, Gubbi Gubbi, Jinibara, Turrbal, Quandamooka, and Bundjalung peoples, and pays respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and wish to join our team, please reach out for more details. Our Human Resources department is available at 07 5620 3810 or recruitment@mccgc.org.au.