Supportive Nursing Team | Community Care

Personal Care Workers | Above Award Pay | Ballina and Surrounds

Care for veterans in their own homes, with a team that has your back.

Family First Care is a community nursing and in-home care provider supporting veterans across the Northern Rivers region. We pay above award rates, pay you for travel between clients, and back our carers with a nursing team that is there when you need guidance.

We are looking for compassionate, reliable Personal Care Workers to join us. Casual positions are available, with immediate starts for the right people.

Why carers choose Family First Care
Above award pay rates
Paid travel between client homes during your shift
Adaptable shifts to suit your availability: weekdays, afternoons, mornings etc
Clinical support from our nurses whenever you need advice or guidance
Thorough onboarding, orientation and ongoing training support
Meaningful work supporting veterans to stay safe, independent and comfortable at home





What you’ll do
Support clients with personal care, including showering, dressing and grooming
Provide medication prompting in line with each client’s care plan
Notice and report changes in a client’s wellbeing
Keep explicit, accurate records of the care you provide

What you’ll need
Experience in aged care, disability or community care
First Aid and CPR (BLS), Manual Handling and Medication Assistance, or willingness to complete these before starting
Commitment to keeping your mandatory competencies current
Current driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle
A caring, respectful and dependable approach, with positive communication and time management

If you want care work where you feel valued and properly supported, we would love to hear from you. Interviews are underway now, so apply today.

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