At Essential Care, we're not a large corporate provider where staff are simply a number. We are a proud family-owned and operated business that has been supporting people throughout the Illawarra for over 15 years.
Our team is built on strong relationships, trust, respect, and genuinely caring about both our clients and our employees. We work hard, but we also love to have fun, celebrate successes, and enjoy what we do every day.
We are currently seeking caring, reliable, and committed Support Workers to join our growing team.
Why work for Essential Care?
Family-owned and operated for over 15 years
Supportive and approachable management team
Friendly workplace culture where your contribution is valued
Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with clients
Adaptable work opportunities across disability and aged care
Make a genuine difference in people's lives every day
About the role
As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to clients living in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.
A key part of this role is providing
consistent support
. We strongly believe that continuity of care allows both clients and support workers to build trust, rapport, and meaningful relationships. For this reason, we are seeking team members who are reliable, committed, and available for ongoing regular shifts.
Preferred availability includes:
Weekday shifts commencing from 7:00am
Availability to work every second weekend
Flexibility to work across a range of shifts as required
Key Responsibilities
Assist clients with activities of daily living including:
Personal care
Showering, dressing and grooming
Toileting and continence support
Mobility assistance and transfers
Assist with meal preparation and cooking




Prompt and monitor medication as directed
Perform domestic assistance tasks including:
Vacuuming and mopping
Laundry and linen changes
Cleaning bathrooms, kitchens and living areas
Transport clients to appointments, social activities, shopping and community events
Support clients to engage with their community and maintain social connections
Provide respite support in-home and within the community
Monitor client wellbeing and report any changes or concerns
Complete accurate documentation and progress notes
Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, dignity and respect at all times
About you
You are someone who genuinely enjoys supporting others and understands the importance of reliability, consistency, and building positive relationships with clients.
You will have:
Current Australian Drivers Licence
Reliable vehicle
Current First Aid Certificate
Current CPR Certificate
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Working With Children Check
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Highly desirable:
Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services, Mental Health, Aged Care, or related field (or currently studying)
Previous experience in disability, aged care or mental health
Experience using hoists, Sara Steady, standing lifters and other mobility equipment
What we're looking for
Reliable and committed to attending scheduled shifts
Compassionate and client-focused
Positive, friendly and approachable
Respectful of client choice and independence
Professional and accountable
Passionate about making a difference in their community
If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and part of a team that genuinely cares about both its clients and staff, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Aged & Disability Support (Wollongong)
🏢 Essential Care
📍 Wollongong