Share The Care!

Carers ACT is all about caring. Caring for our Carers, our Community and our Colleagues.

Make a difference by sharing your passion.

Carers ACT encourages all staff to make a difference in the lives of Carers. Your passion for the work you do each day can make a difference in the lives of family members or friends who provide assistance with the tasks of daily living to someone who lives with a disability, a medical condition, a mental illness or is frail and aged.

Come and work with us and be one of the voices for carers in the ACT and work with industry and government to make Canberra a more carer-friendly community.

***Join our casual pool***

Would suit someone needing a little extra cash in additional to their main job. We might call you for a shift once a week or offer you three shifts a month. This position is a true casual pool opportunity. We operate 24/7 most of the year.

About the role

Carers ACT is seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated Support Workers to join our Aged Care casual pool.

As a Support Worker, you will provide individualised and personalised support to people who are over 65 in our respite cottages.

You will work collaboratively with clients, families, carers, and allied health professionals to support wellbeing, independence, and quality of life. For our clients, your focus will be on dignity, safety, comfort, and meaningful daily living.

This role may include supporting clients with daily living tasks and community access, depending on individual needs.

Your duties will include:

- Providing person-centred support in Carers ACT respite cottages

- Assisting with daily living activities including personal care, meals, mobility, and household tasks

- Supporting clients to engage in meaningful activities that promote independence, wellbeing,



and social connection

- Supporting aged care clients with a focus on safety, comfort, respect, and quality of life

- Assisting with community access, appointments, and social outings

- Maintaining accurate records, including progress notes, care plans, behaviour charts, and goal tracking

- Observing and reporting changes in client wellbeing, behaviour, or support needs

- Following Carers ACT policies, procedures, and safety standards always

About you:

Here at Carers ACT, we are looking for someone who has:

- Strong commitment to teamwork, good practice and the ability to work with minimal supervision / direction.

- Availability (including over night shifts) and able to work at all locations – our Crace Cottage, our Isaacs Cottage or our Spence Day Respite centre.

- Robust interpersonal and written communication skills to maintain and develop effective relationships with clients, carers, colleagues and other stakeholders.

- Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality services through adherence to all related regulations, standards and Carers ACT policies and procedures, including WHS, manual handling, infection control and food services.

- Flexibility to carry out other duties as directed by Cottage Supervisor or Senior Lead.

Essential

- WWVP with NDIS Check (or willing to obtain)

- Police Check

- First Aid

- CPR

- Minimum Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent

Desirable





- Australian Driver License

- Flu Vaccination

- COVID Vaccination

- Food Handler Basics Training

- Assist clients with medication

- NDIS Worker Orientation Module

About us:

At Carers ACT, we take pride in fostering an inclusive environment and promoting a strong work-life balance. As a valued member of our team, you can expect the following benefits:

- Care-Friendly Environment: We prioritise creating a care-friendly organisation where every employee feels supported and included.

- Competitive Remuneration: We offer competitive salaries within the sector, recognising and valuing your skills and contributions.

- Salary Packaging: Take advantage of our NFP salary packaging options to maximise your take-home pay, providing you with additional financial benefits.

- Commitment to Learning and Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth and offer various opportunities for learning and development. From formal training programs to informal mentoring, we support your continuous development.

- Free Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your work commute hassle-free and cost-effective.

To apply:

If you would like to be considered for this role, please click APPLY NOW and send your current CV and instead of a cover letter, please upload Certificate in Aged care.

We will interview as we receive applications, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applications close 6th December 2026.

Carers ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to embedding reconciliation, equity, diversity, gender equality and human rights across our governance, culture, partnerships and services. We enthusiastically welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

📌 Support Workers - Casual Pool - Cert III Aged (Canberra)
🏢 Carers ACT
📍 Canberra