28 Oct
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Newly HealthcareLink
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Sydney
28 Oct
Newly HealthcareLink
Sydney
Personal Care / Support Worker - At Home Services
Job Type: Contract position | Casual position
Job Description
Personal Care Assistant - On-Demand Contract (Drummoyne NSW) Overview Role: Personal Care Assistant / Worker (Contract)
- Location: Drummoyne NSW 2047
- Start: Immediately
Join a flexible, on-demand workforce delivering compassionate, dignified in-home care across Drummoyne and nearby suburbs. This contract role suits reliable, motivated carers who value autonomy, practical support, and meaningful connection. You will support clients with daily living tasks, mobility, social engagement, and wellbeing activities while working through an efficient job-matching platform.
Why this role is compelling Flexible scheduling: Choose shifts that match your availability and lifestyle. Diverse work: Support clients with diverse needs-seniors, people with disability, and clients recovering from illness. Rewarding impact: Provide practical help and companionship that improves quality of life.
Autonomy: Manage your assignments through a user-friendly app and build regular client relationships. Key responsibilities Assist with personal care tasks such as showering, dressing, grooming, and toileting while preserving dignity and privacy. Support mobility and transfers using safe, approved techniques; assist with walking, standing, and positioning.
Help with meal preparation, feeding support, light housekeeping, shopping assistance, and basic household tasks. Provide companionship, emotional support, and encouragement for social and recreational activities. Monitor client wellbeing,
report changes or concerns to coordinators, and follow care plans and safety procedures.
Maintain accurate timekeeping and client notes through the platform and attend briefings or training as required. Essential requirements Current right to work in Australia and ability to work in Drummoyne and surrounding areas. Access to a reliable car for travel between client locations.
Current and valid police check (national) or willingness to obtain one before commencing work. Previous experience in aged care, disability support, or personal care assistance preferred but not mandatory for confident, empathetic applicants. Strong communication skills, punctuality, and the ability to follow care instructions precisely.
Desirable attributes Patience, cultural sensitivity, problem-solving, basic infection control knowledge, and a positive attitude toward supporting independence. Holders of relevant certificates such as Certificate III in Individual Support or first aid training will be highly regarded. Work conditions and contract details Contract engagement with on-demand hours; pay rates and conditions align with industry standards and dependency on qualifications and experience.
Shifts vary from short visits to longer sessions and may include weekends. Induction, ongoing support, and access to online resources are provided to ensure you succeed in the role. We seek dependable, caring professionals ready to make a real difference in the local community while enjoying flexible, app-based work arrangements in and around Drummoyne.
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