Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne VIC – Top $32/hr Role 2026
Job Description
Looking for Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne? Earn $32/hr + KM pay, flexible shifts & career growth with Silverchain. Apply now
Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne VIC
If you are searching for Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne, this is an excellent opportunity to join a leading not-for-profit organisation and build a meaningful career in aged care. Silverchain is currently hiring compassionate individuals for a part-time Home Care Worker role across Essendon and surrounding Melbourne suburbs.
This role is ideal for people who want flexible work, guaranteed hours, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of older Australians. As a Home Care Worker in Essendon Melbourne, you will support clients to maintain independence, dignity, and wellbeing within their own homes.
🌟 Why Choose Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne?
Working in Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne offers strong benefits, flexibility, and career growth.
✔ Competitive pay: $32.74 per hour + Super + Paid KM
✔ Guaranteed hours and consistent shifts
✔ Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax-free per year
✔ Paid First Aid & CPR training
✔ Opportunities to gain Certificate III qualifications
✔ Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
This role is perfect for candidates looking for part-time aged care jobs in Melbourne with long-term career opportunities.
🩺 Key Responsibilities – Home Care Worker
As part of your role in Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne, your duties will include:
🏠 Home Support Tasks:
- General housekeeping (cleaning, mopping, vacuuming)
- Laundry (washing, folding, ironing)
- Meal preparation and grocery shopping
🧑⚕️ Personal Care Support:
- Assisting clients with bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Supporting mobility and therapy goals
- Assisting with medication management
- Providing care for clients with complex needs (e.g., dementia)
💙 Social & Emotional Support:
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Transporting clients to appointments and social activities
- Supporting family carers with respite
Your role is essential in improving the quality of life for clients and supporting independent living.
🎓 Skills & Requirements
To succeed in this Home Care Worker job in Essendon Melbourne, you should have:
- Minimum 3 months experience in a similar role
- Experience in personal care, manual handling, and medication support
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and solve problems
- A compassionate and resilient attitude
✔ Mandatory Requirements:
- Valid Australian Driver’s Licence
- Access to a reliable, insured vehicle
- National Police Check
- Working Rights in Australia
- Pre-employment functional assessment
💙 About Silverchain
Silverchain is a leading not-for-profit home care provider, delivering high-quality services across Australia.
Their mission is to provide safe, personal, and connected care, helping clients live independently at home.
Learn more about aged care standards:
👉 Aged Care Quality Standards Australia
Silverchain is known for innovation, quality care, and strong employee support.
🚀 Benefits & Career Growth
Choosing Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne offers long-term advantages:
✔ Salary packaging to increase take-home pay
✔ Career progression and training opportunities
✔ Flexible and stable work hours
✔ Supportive and inclusive team culture
✔ Opportunity to make a meaningful impact
✔ Work in a growing and essential industry
👉 Explore more roles: Aged Care Jobs Melbourne
📩 How to Apply
If you’re ready to apply for Home Care Worker Jobs Essendon Melbourne, take the next step today.
