Domestic Care Worker

Join a Team That Cares — Be a Domestic Care Worker at Wangaratta City Council 

Looking for a role where your work truly matters — every single day?

Wangaratta | Casual Opportunities | $38.91 per hour (includes 25% casual loading) + super

At Wangaratta City Council, we’re seeking dedicated and compassionate Domestic Care Workers to support older people, people living with disabilities, and their carers to live independently, safely, and confidently in their own homes and communities.

This is more than a job — it’s your opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of people who need it most.

About the Role

As a Domestic Care Worker, you’ll deliver high-quality, person-centred support based on individual service plans. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining your clients’ independence and quality of life by assisting with daily household tasks such as:

• Dishwashing, mopping, vacuuming, and general home cleaning
• Changing bed linen, laundry, and ironing
• Unaccompanied shopping trips
• Cleaning kitchens and bathrooms

You’ll also monitor client well-being and morale, supporting a wellness and reablement approach that encourages independence and skill-building.

Why This Role is So Important

You’re not just helping around the house — you’re providing emotional support, noticing changes in health or circumstances, and being a trusted, consistent presence. You’ll often work independently but are always backed by a caring, supportive team.

Your work ensures that clients:

• Stay connected to their homes and communities
• Remain safe, comfortable, and empowered
• Receive care with dignity, respect, and professionalism

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate and respectful, with a strong understanding of privacy and dignity
• Physically capable and experienced in domestic support tasks
• Organised and reliable, with strong time-management skills
• Comfortable working autonomously and making sound decisions
• Skilled in monitoring and reporting changes in client well-being

Essential requirements include:

• A current driver licence and reliable, registered, and insured vehicle
• Willingness to undergo a Police Record Check
• Relevant immunisation and vaccination status
• Good availability on weekdays, and flexibility for some evening/weekend work

Experience in aged or disability care, while not essential, is highly desirable.

What You’ll Gain

• A rewarding role in a values-driven organisation that truly supports its staff
• Ongoing training, support, and opportunities to grow
• The satisfaction of knowing your work makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives
• Flexibility, variety, and autonomy in your day-to-day work

Visit www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/Careers to view the full position description. For further enquiries about this position should be directed to Carmel Kimball, Community Care Team Leader on c.kimball@wangaratta.vic.gov.au. 

Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 16 June 2025.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.  These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A brief cover letter outlining your interest
• Your current resume, including at least two referees
• A document addressing the Key Selection Criteria (use each as a heading)
• Copies of relevant licences or certifications