Why Join UPA?
- Competitive pay: $32.61 – $36.23 per hour (based on skills, qualifications, and experience)
- Salary packaging options: up to $15,900 living expenses + $2,650 entertainment benefits (tax-free)
- Guaranteed hours for permanent and part-time roles
- Retention bonus for permanent appointments
- Flexible work arrangements for work/life balance
- Access to Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
- Supportive, friendly work environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
The Opportunity
Join UPA and make a real difference by helping older people live independently in their own homes while staying connected to their community. We provide person-centred care that promotes wellness, choice, and quality of life. As a not-for-profit organisation, we are committed to safe, effective care and enriching the communities we serve.
We currently have a Home Care Worker opportunity to join our Hunter region team based in Wallsend.
Your Responsibilities:
- Deliver individualised care using a person-centred approach as per client care plans
- Assist with personal care, medications, transport, and respite services
- Provide everyday living support such as domestic assistance, gardening, shopping, and meal preparation
- Complete accurate and timely reporting of client services
- Identify and report client risks via our incident management system
What You’ll Need:
- Certificate III in Individual Support and Aged Care (highly desirable)
- Medication Assist qualified (highly desirable)
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel
- Registered and insured vehicle
- Compassion, empathy, and a passion for helping others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Confidence in using technology
About UPA
UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation providing high-quality Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Current and valid Australian working rights
- Willingness to undergo pre-employment checks (National Police Check, references, qualification verification)
- Compliance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy
Appointment is subject to satisfactory screening and confirmation of work rights.
Interested?
Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your cover letter and resume. For a confidential discussion or a copy of the position description, contact the UPA Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
Learn more about UPA at www.upa.org.au.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. If you require adjustments to our recruitment process, please contact the Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
