About us

Wintringham is a not-for-profit organisation with a single mission: to support people over 50 who have experienced, or are at risk of, homelessness. We deliver this through a range of responses, including affordable housing, support, and aged care, tailored as needs change over time. We operate across Victoria and Tasmania. Learn more at Wintringham.org.au

About the role

We are seeking flexible Casual Relief Care Partner to provide backfill support during periods of staff leave across our Home Support team. This role offers flexible days and hours and is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their work. You would be required to use your own car to travel and visit clients living throughout the community across a region. Generous KM reimbursement is provided. The successful candidate will be based in Ballarat (Grampians Office), with responsibility for providing remote support to the regional offices, including Bendigo.

The role delivers person-centred care management and service coordination that supports older people who are experiencing disadvantage, to maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life while living in the community.

Responsibilities include:

- Support older people to live well by developing person-centred care plans that promote independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

- Connect participants with the right services and supports, ensuring care is responsive, coordinated and aligned with funding requirements.

- Build trusted relationships with participants, families, carers, service providers and community partners to achieve positive outcomes.

- Respond to changing needs by monitoring wellbeing, identifying risks and escalating complex matters when needed.

- Keep care on track by managing budgets,



service agreements, records, compliance, feedback and complaints with care and accuracy.

What are we looking for?

- Undergraduate and/or postgraduate qualification in Community Services, Aged Care, Disability, Health, Nursing, Social Work or a related field. First Aid Certificate – Level 2. Current valid Victorian Driver’s Licence.

- Experience in care management, case management or service coordination across aged care, health, disability, homelessness or community services, with AlayaCare experience desirable.

- Demonstrated ability to assess participant needs, develop care plans and coordinate services that promote independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

- Strong understanding of person-centred practice, participant rights, dignity of risk and informed decision-making, with the ability to identify and respond to risks, changing needs and complex matters, including referrals and escalation.

- Strong administration, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience managing budgets, records, compliance, feedback and complaints.

What we offer

- Employment type: Casual role.

- Pay: $40.52 - $50.19/hour + 25 % Casual loading + superannuation (depending on experience and qualifications). Above Award pay and not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,500 each year.

- Location: Ballarat





- We are committed to offering an enjoyable, protected and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. We provide access to wellbeing programs, learning and development opportunities and Employee Assistance Programs. Visit the Wintringham website to learn more about working with us.

How to apply

A copy of the position description can be found on Wintringham website. Follow the online application process and submit your resume.

Questions? Reach out to Kelly Jackson [email protected]

Please contact us via [email protected] to discuss making adjustments to the recruitment process for your accessibility needs.

Applications close: Thursday 26 November 2026.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences, our Inclusion Statement may be accessed here.

We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. The successful applicant will be contacted by Wintringham to complete required reference, registration/licence, and background checks prior to employment, including completion of an aged care statutory declaration, a NDIS Worker Screening Check and as required providing evidence of current seasonal influenza vaccination and a National and/or International Police Check.

📌 Relief Care Partner - Casual (Ballarat)
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