Casual Care Staff Roles – St John's Community Care (Brisbane North)

This role is best suited to people who are passionate about providing meaningful, hands‐on support, comfortable with cleaning and personal care, and motivated to make a real difference in clients' daily lives. It is not a passive role—our care staff work hard and are valued for the essential support they provide.

About St John's Community Care

For 29 years, St John's Community Care has been one of Queensland's most trusted providers of disability, aged, and community services. Our mission is to ensure people of all abilities can live with dignity, independence, and meaningful connection.

With eight locations across Queensland and a long-standing reputation for high-quality care, we offer reliable employment, a supportive culture, and genuine opportunities to grow your skills and career.

When you join SJCCL, you become part of a team that values compassion, professionalism, teamwork, and respect. Every shift you work directly contributes to someone's independence, safety, and quality of life—your support truly matters.

About the Role

This role involves travelling across the region to support multiple clients in their homes and within the community. You will work a combination of short and long shifts, providing hands‐on, client‐focused support tailored to each person's needs.

A major part of this role includes domestic household cleaning such as:

- Bathrooms and toilets
- Kitchens
- Vacuuming and mopping
- Laundry
- General hygiene and safety tasks

You will also provide:

- Community access support: shopping, transport, appointments, outings
- Personal care: showering, dressing, grooming, continence support
- Medication reminders
- Meal preparation
- Social and respite support

This is an active, physical role suited to someone who enjoys meaningful, practical work and supporting others to remain independent.

Perks and Benefits

- No experience required – prior experience is valued but not essential




- Meaningful work – make a real impact every day
- Competitive pay – above-award hourly rates
- Generous travel allowances – be compensated for the distance you cover
- Work–life friendly schedule – 20–38 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 7:00am–7:00pm
- Weekend shifts – potentially available
- Certified online training – completed before you start
- Support to complete Cert III in Individual Support – conditions apply
- Salary packaging benefits – up to $34,100 tax-free, plus standard tax-free threshold

Key Responsibilities

- Provide compassionate, person-centred care with professionalism
- Deliver domestic assistance – aim to complete 3–4 services daily (cleaning, laundry, hygiene tasks)
- Provide personal care – showering, grooming, dressing, hygiene support
- Be travel-ready – drive between multiple clients each day
- Support health routines – medication prompts, medical appointments
- Prepare meals – cook or assist with simple, healthy meals
- Support transport and social connection
- Encourage participation and engagement in daily activities
- Maintain safe environments – follow WHS and infection control procedures

Requirements for the Role

(You will need these or be willing to obtain them with our support.)

- NDIS Worker Screening Check (mandatory)
- Blue Card – Working with Children (mandatory)
- First Aid & CPR Certificate (mandatory)
- Open Australian/QLD Driver's Licence (required)
- Comprehensive motor vehicle insurance (required)
- Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent (or willingness to work towards it)
- NDIS Orientation Module & supporting certificates
- Driver Authority Card (eligibility through TMR)
- Medical Health Assessment
- AFP National Police Check (ref 3162)

Don't worry if you don't have everything yet—we will support you through the process.

Note: Conditions apply regarding pay levels and qualifications.

Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact?

Join us and start your journey in a fulfilling, community-focused career with St John's Community Care.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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