Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra – Wollongong NSW

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate care partner to join our Care Services Team and support older people to live independently and with dignity in their own homes.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a skilled professional who is passionate about person-centred care, culturally responsive practice, and empowering older people to achieve their goals.

What’s on Offer?

- Versatile work arrangements supporting work-life balance
- Laptop and travel allowance provided
- Maximise your take-home pay with salary packaging benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
- 2025 Outstanding Community Organisation – Illawarra Business Award
- Diverse, inclusive, and values-driven workplace

About the Role

As a care partner, you will:

- Provide person-centred case coordination to older clients receiving aged care services
- Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop individualised care plans
- Work collaboratively with clients, families, and service providers to achieve client goals
- Support clients to navigate aged care systems
- Monitor service delivery, review outcomes, and adjust supports as required
- Maintain accurate documentation and compliance in line with the Aged Care Quality Standards
- Advocate for clients and ensure culturally safe, trauma-informed practice





You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, culturally responsive services.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

- Relevant tertiary qualification in social work, community services, nursing, allied health, or related field
- Demonstrated experience (minimum 2 years preferred) in aged care, home care, case management, or care coordination
- Strong understanding of the Australian aged care system
- Experience supporting older people from multicultural backgrounds
- Demonstrated ability to develop care plans, conduct assessments, and manage client caseloads
- High-level interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

About MCCI

MCCI is a non-profitcharity supporting multicultural communities across the Illawarra-Shoalhavenand ACT-Queanbeyan regions.

With a diverse team of300 staff and volunteers who speak 60 languages, we deliver a wide range ofservices for older people and their carers, people from refugee and migrantbackgrounds, young people, and families.

MCCI is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where all people are valued and have equal access to opportunities to reach their full potential. We are also committed to creating a child safe organisation where children and young people are safe, supported, respected and empowered.

📌 Care Partner (City of Wollongong)
🏢 Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra
📍 City of Wollongong