About Us
We’re proud to be one of the largest employers of Aboriginal people in NSW. In Aboriginal Home Health we’ve been caring for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders and community in NSW for more than 30 years.
Our aim is to empower our elders to live in the comfort of their homes as long as possible whist receiving ongoing culturally appropriate care and connecting with other members of the community.
The Opportunity
Express your interest in joining our NSW Aboriginal Home Health family in a rewarding Career Caring for our Mob and delivering an essential service for our Elders in our communities.
Working for Australian Unity Aboriginal Home Health, you’ll enjoy ongoing training and benefits, and be part of a family committed to making a positive impact to the community.
Who we are looking for:
A compassionate, empathetic, respectful, and inclusive Carer
Has a reliable car and Australian Driver Licence
Our Care force have opportunities for all types of levels from entry level to skilled care:
Entry Level: Domestic Care Assistant
domestic assistance such as cleaning, laundry, vacuuming, bed making, and meal preparation
Social support such as accompanying our clients to their doctor appointment/s, shopping & social outings
Skilled Care: Personal Care Assistant
Perform Personal Care duties including showering, feeding and toileting; assist in oral medication
domestic assistance duties such as preparing and cooking their meals
Social support such as accompanying our clients to their doctor appointment/s, shopping & social outings
The Benefits
Lead by a strong Indigenous leadership team, putting our people first is not just something we say, it's what we do. We care for our people so they can care for themselves and others always staying true to our values (Bold, Warm & Honest). We work hard because essential care matters and we work together – collaborating, encouraging, and even managing to have some fun. Our Mob, Our Way.
We value our employees and the wonderful work they do. Our employees enjoy an enviable range of benefits, including the following:
Competitive hourly rates of $24.36 to $29.52 + super
Travel Allowance of $0.92 per KM PLUS paid travel time
Become Cert III or IV qualified in Individual Support (Aged Care) through our Traineeships program – all fees paid (for eligible employees)
Part time or Casual contracts available
Flex-Up – work additional overtime hours as available and boost your income
Enjoy additional yearly Well-Being leave days*
Enjoy an additional yearly Deep Listening paid leave day
14 week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents PLUS our Bump to Baby program
Smartphone – ready when you join us with your fortnightly rosters, customer care plans and other information to assist you
Employee Referral Program – refer your friends and family members to join us and receive $500.00 per successful referral (Terms & Conditions apply)
Healing Minds Program – confidential phone based coaching program for Indigenous people by Indigenous people.
No work experience required - you will be supported by our fully paid and customised Induction program
Attractive employee discounts on Australian Unity Banking products, Private Health and General Insurance
Maxxia Rewards - a great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants and more
We believe everyone should be given opportunities; to be safe, to be encouraged, to be challenged and to grow. We want you to be the best you can be – to have a go, make it happen and turn opportunities into reality. Together we embrace opportunities to make real life changes to the community and encourage your professional progression.
Please note: This is an expression of interest and whilst we have ongoing recruitment needs, we may not have an opportunity available in your area immediately. We invite you to apply and you will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team as soon as an opportunity becomes available.
- Australian Unity requires all staff to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19