About Us

At Uniting AgeWell, we are dedicated to empowering older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence in their lives. We aim to ensure every person feels valued within their community and can easily access the support they need—whether at home or in a residential setting—to live the life they choose.

Operating across Victoria and Tasmania, our team of more than 4,600 staff and 600 volunteers is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Our workplace culture is shaped by the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, Trust—and guided by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Inclusion. These principles, together with our customer service charter and promise, define the way we work and care.

To learn more, visit: www.unitingagewell.org

Why Join Uniting AgeWell?

At Uniting AgeWell, we’re committed to helping our staff grow—both personally and professionally—while making a real difference in their local communities. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

Competitive Pay: Above Award hourly rates

Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free income + $2,650 for meals and entertainment annually

Annual Leave Loading: Receive extra pay while on leave

Career Growth: Ongoing education, training, and clear career pathways

Employee Assistance Program: Free, confidential 24/7 support for you and your family

Enhanced Parental Leave: Flexible options to support growing families

Relocation Flexibility: Opportunities to work across Victoria and Tasmania within our broad network

Join a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that genuinely cares about its people and the communities we serve. With training, support, and a strong team culture, we’ll help you thrive in your role and build a rewarding career.

Home Care Opportunities Available in Castlemaine & Maryborough!

At Uniting AgeWell, we’re dedicated to supporting older people to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own homes for as long as possible. Our Loddon Mallee South Home Care program is expanding, and we’re looking for compassionate, reliable, and community-minded individuals to join our team in the roles of:

Home Care Worker

Home Care Domestic Support Worker

These roles offer meaningful work and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people across Castlemaine, Maryborough and surrounding communities.

About the Role

Part-time positions available (minimum 10 hours per week)

Ideally available during the day on at least three weekdays

Travel between clients’ homes is required to deliver personalised care and support

Local work supporting clients in their own homes

Be part of a supportive and inclusive team environment

If you’re passionate about helping older people live independently, and you bring compassion, respect, and a person-centred approach to your work—we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

In both roles, you’ll support clients in their homes, with responsibilities tailored to individual needs.

Home Care Domestic Support

This role may include:

Carrying out general household tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and tidying

Preparing light meals and supporting safe food storage

Maintaining hygiene in kitchens, bathrooms, and shared spaces

Providing social support or transport to appointments and community activities

Monitoring clients’ wellbeing and reporting any concerns

Supporting clients in line with their individual preferences, cultural background, and values

Helping ensure the client’s home environment is clean, safe, and comfortable

Home Care Worker

This qualified role includes all of the responsibilities listed above, with the addition of:

Assisting with personal care tasks such as showering, grooming, and mobility support

For the full list of responsibilities, please refer to the position description below.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting older people to live independently at home. A caring, empathetic nature is essential, along with a genuine commitment to building respectful relationships with clients and their families.

Successful candidates will have:

Excellent organisational skills and a focus on creating safe, clean, and supportive environments

A strong understanding of person-centred and community-based care

A commitment to delivering high-quality support that meets the needs of clients and their families

The ability to work well both independently and as part of a collaborative team

A shared commitment to our organisational values and the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support, Trust

Mandatory Requirements

To be considered, you’ll need:

Qualifications:

Home Care Domestic Support: No formal qualification or prior experience required — a genuine dedication to supporting older people is what matters most.

Home Care Worker: Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (or higher, incl. nursing students)

Driver’s licence and a reliable, insured vehicle

Current First Aid & CPR certifications

Checks:

Working with Children Check (Employee)

National Police Check OR NDIS Worker Screening

Vaccinations: In line with Uniting AgeWell’s policy

Full Australian working rights

Ready to Apply?

Access the position descriptions here:

Home Care Domestic Support – no formal qualifications required

• Home Care Worker – relevant qualifications required

Submit your application by clicking ‘Apply’.

For any questions, contact us at [email protected].

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply now and help older people live well with choice and dignity!