AddressWhat you do matters
Caring for our elders matters. You touch the lives of those you care for and their families. At the same time, you cherish small moments and celebrate life stories.
At the same time, you need a team that cares for you! Part-time, regular shifts, or flexible work hours that suit your other commitments like study, grandchildren, or school drop-offs to help you do your best - at work and at home.
In-Home/Community Care
Supporting our elders in their homes means you are one–on–one with clients. You could drop in to help with Personal Care or domestic duties in the morning or evening. Or keep clients connected to their community through activities they love - like walking, gardening, going out for a coffee or lunch, and transporting them to appointments.
A typical day includes 2-4 client visits for 1-3 hours Monday to Friday.
Why work with us?
- not–for-profit salary packaging advantages that give you more money in your pocket
- a mileage allowance when you travel between client homes
- paid training hours to build your skills
- digital devices to keep you connected and organised on the road
- potential for career growth within Benetas so that your story with us continues
- carer traineeships if you are not yet qualified
- dedicated experienced/senior carers to help induct and mentor you
Not sure what salary packaging is? Put simply, a portion of your pay is deducted before tax to give you more take-home pay. Don’t worry, we use a salary packaging partner to guide you through this!
What we look for
- a genuine passion for caring for our elders
- able to work independently and as part of a team
- able to communicate and build rapport with clients in English (other languages can be helpful too)
- Cert III or higher in Individual Support or related studies (i.e. nursing)
- students studying Individual Support or related
- a reliable car and valid driver’s license
- a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- obtain first aid and CPR prior to joining
- able to obtain a police check prior to commencing with Benetas
Not a qualified carer worker? We encourage you to apply and speak with us about entry-level opportunities.
To work in Home Care, you will need to supply a recent police check, proof of vaccinations, and evidence of your certifications. We'll only ask you for these when we need them.
General duties for unqualified staff:
- Assist with shopping and paying bills for clients unaccompanied
- Assist with Meal Preparation when required
- Mopping, dry mopping, vacuuming
- Cleaning bathroom (shower, vanity, mirror, toilet, bath)
- General cleaning/damp dusting of furniture and living areas
- Assist with washing (hanging out, folding clothes and linen, ironing)
- Making beds and changing bedding
- Follow tasks lists for each client, feedback information to office when this needs to be updated
Duties for qualified staff (someone who holds cert 3 individual support/cert 3 aged care or equivalent):
- Assist with Personal Care duties (showering, washing, drying and dressing clients)
- Assist client’s accessing the community (shopping, transport, appointments)
- Complete respite with clients (some clients are able to go out into the community while other will be required to have respite at home)
- Assist with shopping and paying bills for clients unaccompanied
- Assist with Meal Preparation when required
- Mopping, dry mopping, vacuuming
- Cleaning bathroom (shower, vanity, mirror, toilet, bath)
- General cleaning/damp dusting of furniture and living areas
- Assist with washing (hanging out, folding clothes and linen, ironing)
- Making beds and changing bedding
- Follow tasks lists for each client, feedback information to office when this needs to be updated
Apply today!
We are growing and want you to grow with us. Our elders are more than just their age. They are our historians, storytellers, comedians, parents, siblings, and friends. And, they deserve the best care possible – you.
About us
For more than 70 years, we have been active in the community to help older Victorians live their best lives. Today we have 1700+ employees and volunteers and offer residential aged care, community health and home care, respite, and retirement living options. We always respect freedom of expression, act with integrity, include others, and bring energy and passion to our work.
At the heart of our business is our 1000+ carers that provide care across Victoria - from Gippsland to Melbourne, The Macedon Ranges, Bendigo, Shepparton, and Horsham.
