Role Type
On-site • Temporary • Casual • AssociatePay Rate
$43 AUD – $45 AUD (Hour)
Description
Aged Care Support Worker – Domestic Assistance & Community Access
Location:Adelaide CBD, SA ****Employment type:Casual, ongoingHours:4 hours per weekSchedule:
Wednesday:2-hour domestic assistance shift
Thursday:2-hour social support and community access shiftStart:As soon as possible
About the role
Allegiance Heart & Home Care is seeking a caring, reliable and experienced Support Worker to provide ongoing in-home and community-based support to an older female client living near Hurtle Square in Adelaide CBD.
This role is suitable for someone who enjoys helping older people maintain their independence, remain connected with the community and feel supported in their own home.
The successful applicant will work with the same client each week, providing consistency and building a respectful and trusting working relationship.
Wednesday – Domestic assistance
The Wednesday shift will focus on supporting the client to maintain a clean, safe and comfortable home.
Duties may include:
Washing, drying, folding and putting away laundry
Changing bed linen when required
Washing dishes and cleaning the kitchen
Wiping benches, cupboards and household surfaces
Cleaning the bathroom and toilet
Vacuuming and mopping floors
Dusting and general household cleaning
Emptying household bins
Light tidying and organisation
Assisting with other reasonable domestic tasks identified in the client's care plan
The worker must be able to complete household duties safely and to a high standard while respecting the client's home, belongings and preferences.
Thursday – Social support and community access
The Thursday shift will focus on companionship, emotional support and helping the client remain active and socially connected.
Duties may include:
Providing friendly companionship and meaningful conversation
Supporting the client to attend local shops, appointments or community activities




Accompanying the client on short outings
Assisting with grocery shopping and carrying light items
Supporting the client to attend a café, park, library, pool or other preferred activity
Encouraging participation in hobbies and interests
Providing reassurance and emotional support
Assisting the client to safely use mobility aids during outings
Monitoring the client's wellbeing and reporting any concerns to the Care Partner
The client has reduced mobility and may use a walker.
The worker must be patient, attentive and confident supporting an older person who may experience pain, fatigue and reduced balance.
About the client
The client is an older woman who lives independently in an apartment in Adelaide CBD.
She values her independence and would benefit from assistance with household tasks, companionship and accessing the local community.
She may also require support to attend activities that are important to her, including shopping and gentle community outings.
The worker will be expected to follow the client's support plan, respect her choices and encourage her to complete tasks independently wherever possible.
Essential requirements
Applicants must have:
Previous experience in aged care, disability support, community care or home care
Experience providing domestic assistance in a client's home
Experience with social support and community access
A current National Police Check
A current First Aid and CPR certificate
A valid Australian driver's licence
Access to a reliable, registered and insured vehicle
Comprehensive vehicle insurance
The right to work in Australia




A reliable mobile phone
Positive spoken and written English
The ability to complete progress notes after each shift
Availability for both the Wednesday and Thursday shifts
Desirable qualifications and experience
The following would be highly regarded:
Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability or Community Services
Experience supporting clients with reduced mobility
Experience assisting clients who use walkers or other mobility aids
Manual handling training
Experience supporting clients experiencing chronic pain or fatigue
Knowledge of falls prevention and safe community access
Experience supporting older people living alone
Personal qualities
We are looking for someone who is:
Compassionate and respectful
Reliable and punctual
Patient and understanding
Friendly and engaging
Observant and safety-conscious
Able to work independently
Comfortable following a care plan
Willing to report changes in the client's health, mobility or wellbeing
Respectful of privacy, dignity, culture and personal preferences
Key responsibilities
The Support Worker will be required to:
Deliver services in accordance with the client's care plan
Support the client's independence and personal goals
Maintain professional boundaries
Follow infection-control and workplace safety procedures
Complete accurate progress notes after every shift
Promptly report incidents, falls, hazards or changes in the client's condition
Communicate professionally with the client, family and Care Partner
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Attend induction and relevant training as required
What we offer
Regular ongoing weekly shifts
Consistent work with the same client
Support from an experienced Care Partner and office team
A respectful and supportive work environment
Opportunities for additional shifts as they become available
Ongoing training and professional development
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