Are you passionate about helping older people live safely and independently at home - and energised by building relationships and growing services?

UnitingSA is seeking a motivated and people-focused Care Partner to join our Community Aged Care team, with a strong focus on onboarding new clients and service growth .

This role is initally being offered covering materninty leave with the possiblilty to extend. The position ideal for someone who thrives on connection, takes initiative, and enjoys combining purpose-driven work with a results-focused mindset.

What You’ll Do

- Proactively engage with prospective clients and families to promote UnitingSA’s aged care services.
- Lead the onboarding and sign-up of recent clients, guiding them confidently through My Aged Care and entry into services.
- Coordinate services that promote independence and support clients to achieve their individual goals.
- Co-design and manage personalised care plans in line with My Aged Care assessments, funding, and client aspirations.
- Collaborate closely with clients, carers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality, goal-oriented care.
- Monitor service delivery to ensure compliance with funding, quality standards, and legislative requirements.
- Identify and escalate high-risk situations in line with UnitingSA policies and procedures.

What You’ll Bring

- Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with confidence engaging new clients and referrers.
- Experience or demonstrated enthusiasm for client acquisition and service growth within health, community, or aged care settings.
- A genuine commitment to supporting older people to live well at home.
- Sound understanding of My Aged Care and community aged care services.
- Qualification in Aged or Community Support or equivalent qualification.
- Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills.
- Familiarity with electronic client management systems.




- Understanding of Commonwealth Home Support Program, Support at Home Program, and Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Proficiency in computing skills and ability to learn new systems.
- A proactive, organised, and outcomes-focused approach.

Why Join Us?

- Work that matters with people who care – be part of a leading not-for-profit organisation.
- Supportive multi-disciplinary team and a strong commitment to career development.
- Competitive salary with generous salary packaging benefits:
- Up to $15,900 tax-free earnings.
- Additional $2,650 tax-free via our Meal & Entertainment Card.
- Novated leasing options for financial flexibility.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program .

About UnitingSA:

Established in 1919, UnitingSA supports over 12,000 people annually across aged care, community, disability, mental health, child development, and employment programs. We value respect, compassion, and justice . Learn more about our mission: unitingsa.com.au/about-us

We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, mature-aged individuals, and people with disabilities.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and leading with purpose, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Applications close: Monday 14th Septemebr 2026.

For a confidential discussion, contact Shradha Vyas, Lead Care Partner on 6***

You can review the Job Description by following the prompts to apply.

Need help with your application? Reach out to our Talent & Acquisition team on 2***.

Our application process is mobile-friendly for your convenience.

We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with all abilities and diversities.

Please note: We may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified.

📌 Care Partner (Adelaide)
🏢 UnitingSA
📍 Adelaide