Job Description

Alzheimer's Queensland | Toowoomba | Casual

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$49.41 per hour + 12% superannuation + penalties + salary packaging

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Support older Australians, including people living with dementia, to feel safe, valued, engaged and connected.

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Dementia Respite Assistant

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Alzheimer's Queensland | Toowoomba | Casual

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$49.41 per hour + 12% superannuation + penalties + salary packaging

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Support older Australians, including people living with dementia, to feel safe, valued, engaged and connected.

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About This Opportunity

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Alzheimer's Queensland (AQ) is seeking a compassionate and reliable Dementia Respite Assistants to join our team at our Toowoomba Multi Service Centre.

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This is a hands‐on casual role where you will support older people and people living with dementia in a centre‐based respite setting. You will help create meaningful days for clients by encouraging participation, building genuine connections, assisting with personal care, and supporting a calm, safe and welcoming environment.

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This role is well suited to someone who is patient, resilient, and experienced in supporting people with dementia, including clients who may have responsive behaviours or more complex care needs.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Provide centre‐based respite support to older people and people living with dementia.
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- Build respectful and trusting relationships with clients and their families.
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- Encourage participation in meaningful activities that support wellbeing, independence and social connection.
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- Assist with personal care and daily living tasks as required.
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- Support clients with responsive behaviours or complex care needs in a calm and respectful manner.
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- Communicate any concerns or changes in client needs to the appropriate team members.
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- Work collaboratively with the respite team to maintain a protected, welcoming and engaging environment.
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About You

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- Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, Community Services or a similar qualification.
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- Experience supporting older people or people living with dementia.
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- Knowledge of dementia care principles, behaviour support and person‐centred care.
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- Previous experience supporting clients with responsive behaviours or complex care needs is highly regarded.
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Reliable, punctual and committed to providing high‐quality care.
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- Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in challenging or changing situations.
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- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
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- Current Open Driver's Licence.
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- Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends and varied shifts.
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- Willingness to obtain or maintain a satisfactory National Police Check and required vaccinations.
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Availability Requirements

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Candidates must be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts across weekdays and weekends, including afternoon, overnights and night shifts , for a minimum of three to four shifts per week.

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Weekend‐only availability will NOT be suitable for this role.

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What's in It for You?

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- $49.41 per hour + 12% superannuation.
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- Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 tax‐free.
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- Supportive and friendly team environment.
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- Ongoing training and professional development.
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- Meaningful work supporting people living with dementia.
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Other Information

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Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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📌 Dementia Respite Assistant - Toowoomba (Toowoomba Regional)
🏢 Alzheimer's Australia
📍 Toowoomba Regional