Home Care Employee/Transport Driver - Med Comp - Illawarra South
About IRT
Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.
We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and QLD. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and QLD.
IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.
About the Role
We are looking for kind-hearted and empathetic Home Care Employee/Transport Driver employees in the Illawarra South area. As a Home Care Employee/ Transport Driver, you’ll help support our clients to maintain their independence and help them to get to their appointments and daily outings as well as provide personal care/medication administration according to the customer’s care plan. This role would suit a certifified and experienced Home Care Employee that is looking to semi-retire but still do some casual work.
For this role, we are looking for:
- Home Care Employee – Grade 4B - Located in the South Illawarra area.
- Certificate III in Ageing is needed with an accredited Medication Competency Certificate & at least 500 hours experience in Home care and/or Aged care
- Monday – Friday. Hours vary between 7am - 6pm.
- This is a casual opportunity.
Duties can include:
- Personal care/showering
- Medication assistance
- Transports to Appointments and social engagements
- Providing Companionship
- Assistance to IRT customers to continue to live well and positively in their own home
To Be Successful You Will Have
- Full Driver's licence and a fully insured car (If you have an international licence – we ask that you apply for an Australian licence within 3 months of working with IRT)
- Relevant Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
- An accredited Medication Competency Certificate
- At least 500 hours of professional Home Care/ Aged care experience
- Current First Aid Certificate and CPR (or willing to obtain)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills – A Second Language is a bonus!
- Resilience and ability to work independently
- Available to work weekdays
- A big heart, empathy and a passion for supporting older Australians
Benefits for You
- Paid travel, mileage ($0.99/KM)
- Work phone, IRT uniform, PPE & training provided
- Flexible working conditions
- Access to free accredited training courses through the ITEC Academy for professional and career development – Complete your certificate through us!
- Discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program (free counselling service) and staff wellness programs
Your well-being is our priority. You can’t care for others if you don’t look after yourself - Support at every step of your employment journey with IRT!
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right fit, click “Apply Now”, complete your details and submit. You can also apply via our Careers page.
For questions, contact Recruitment@irt.org.au.
Please note: we can’t accept applications or resumes by email—apply through SEEK or our Careers page.
Successful applicants will complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment, and a National Criminal History Check.