Care Worker

Role overview

Uniting is seeking a full-time Care Worker for its aged care home in Taralga, New South Wales. This is an on-site position offering pay of up to $35.98 per hour, plus superannuation, applicable penalties, and non-profit tax benefits. The role suits both qualified carers and people who are not yet qualified but are open to training.

What you will do

• Deliver day-to-day care, companionship, and emotional encouragement to older residents so they can maintain independence and a better quality of life.
• Support personal care routines, including showering, hygiene, dressing, mealtime assistance, and help with mobility.
• Assist with medication and basic wound dressings.
• Encourage and support participation in community-based recreational and social activities.

What we offer

• A meaningful career within a leading organisation in the human services sector.
• Access to salary packaging of up to $18,550 for eligible non-profit benefits.
• Membership in the U rewards program with exclusive savings and discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport so you can stay active and healthy.
• A workplace that is supportive, inclusive, and collaborative.
• Clear support for career development and internal growth.
• The option to purchase additional leave.
• Employee referral bonus of $500 for each successful referral.

Who should apply

• Applicants ideally hold a Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or an equivalent qualification.
• Candidates without formal qualifications may still be considered, and support may be available to help them gain the required credential.
• People with experience in aged care or community care are welcome.
• Those currently studying or newly qualified and wanting to build a career in aged care are also encouraged to apply.
• The ideal person is adaptable, caring, resourceful, and able to work in line with Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT supports the mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice work, community services, and spiritual care. The organisation helps people across all stages of life, with a strong focus on those facing disadvantage and vulnerability. Its purpose is to inspire people, strengthen communities, and challenge injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of children and young people.

Diversity and inclusion

Inclusion is part of how Uniting operates every day. Its culture reflects the wide diversity of the people it employs and the communities it serves.

Application and checks

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application through the usual process. Applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged.

Employment will require a National Police Check and reference checks.

Additional information

• Location: Taralga, NSW.
• Employment: Full time.
• There are great opportunities for qualified and unqualified carers.