Direct Care Worker

CatholicCare Sydney Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking compassionate individuals for a casual position in personal care services in Liverpool. This role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, offering companionship, and providing transportation to appointments. Flexibility in work hours and comprehensive training are provided. Ideal candidates should hold a Certificate III in Individual Support and be available for a minimum of three days a week. The position offers attractive benefits, including travel coverage and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Salary Packaging

Fitness Passport

Travel coverage

Free yearly flu vaccinations

Retention & Referral Bonus

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to the clients.
• Assist with household chores and cleaning.
• Prepare meals and snacks based on client preferences.
• Accompany clients to shops and appointment outings.
• Offer social companionship.

Skills

Personal care provision

Household chores assistance

Meal preparation

Community involvement encouragement

Language proficiency (Arabic, Spanish, etc.)

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Current First Aid + CPR Certificate

Job description

• Casual Position | Immediate Start | No experience needed!
• Work close to home | Flexible Hours | Paid Training with Buddy shifts
• Generous Salary Packaging | Fitness Passport | Health Insurance Discounts

At CatholicCare, you will build meaningful connections with regular clients, working in a person-centred, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.

About the role:

• Provide personal care to the clients
• Assist with household chores and cleaning
• Prepare meals and snacks based on client preferences
• Accompany clients to shops and appointment outings
• Offer social companionship and encourage community involvement
• Work across Sydney suburbs like Liverpool, Inner West, Bankstown, Cumberland, Parramatta, Blacktown and Fairfield.
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Community Service or Aged Care Qualifications
• A driver’s licence and access to a registered car
• A Minimum of 3 days availability
• Current First Aid + CPR Certificate
• Ability to work independently
• The ability to navigate a smart phone

Proficiency in an additional language is desirable, particularly Arabic, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Italian, Polish, Serbian, and Vietnamese

• We Cover Your Travel:Get paid for the kilometres you drive
• Flexibility:Work close to home and the hours that suit you .
• Room to Grow:Potential to move to permanent part-time with added perks
• Stay Healthy:Free yearly flu vaccinations
• Retention & Referral Bonus:Refer a friend and receive a reward after 3 months!

Choose a workplace that cares about your growth, happiness, and overall well-being.

Join us today!

To apply, attach your resume and cover letter and highlight how your skills and experience align with the role requirements.

Applications close on 12 September 2025.

Successful candidates will be invited to a one-of-a-kind Recruitment Workshop. An interactive exclusive opportunity to explore our culture, connect with the team, and experience CatholicCare firsthand.

Need More Information? Please contact Kulsum Thakore, Talent Acquisition Partner, [phone], [e-mail]

About Us

People are at the core of everything we do – from supporting and enhancing the wellbeing of our clients to the nurturing and development of our staff and their career aspirations.

CatholicCare Sydney is a leading not-for-profit and the social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney, supporting people from all walks of life. We’re an organisation that promotes diversity and inclusion and commits to the growth and wellbeing of our staff, empowering them to make a positive change to the community.

We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, identities, abilities, and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, member of the LGBTQI+ community, and people living with disabilities.

CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment.