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Home Care Worker Jobs
Support people in their homes, enjoy flexible hours and make a meaningful impact — while building a career with strong demand across Australia.
Build a Rewarding Career in Home and Community Care
Healthcare Australia (HCA) connects compassionate professionals with in-demand home care roles across the country. As a home care worker, you’ll play a key role in helping older Australians, people with disabilities and those recovering from illnesses or injuries remain safe and independent at home. From casual shifts to ongoing roles, we offer flexible placements to suit your location, schedule and career goals.
We match workers with roles in metro, regional and rural settings, with immediate starts available in cities like Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. HCA makes it simple to find work that matters while you enter the care sector or expand your experience in community support, and we’ll offer clear guidance around the duties of a home health care aide along the way.
What is a Home Care Worker?
A home care worker provides day-to-day support for people in their own homes. This can include personal care, domestic assistance, transport, companionship or help with medication. These roles are essential to the aged care and disability support sectors, helping people maintain independence and dignity.
With Healthcare Australia, home care workers gain access to secure jobs, professional development and the flexibility to work when and where it suits them. We support full-time, part-time and casual contracts, with rostering tools like our eHCA app to give you control over your schedule. Gain the opportunity to build experience in both the duties and responsibilities of home care nurse positions and support roles.
Duties and Responsibilities of a Home Care Nurse
Home care nurses bring clinical care directly to clients’ homes, often supporting aged clients or those managing chronic health conditions.
Typical duties and responsibilities of home care nurses include:
- Administering medications and wound care
- Monitoring health changes and reporting to GPs or allied health teams
- Supporting palliative care needs
- Educating clients and families on condition management
- Liaising with case managers and coordinating services
Home care nurses may work alongside personal care workers and support workers to deliver holistic care. With HCA, registered and enrolled nurses can access competitive home care placements that support flexibility and clinical growth.
Duties of a Home Health Care Aide
Not all roles in home care require nursing qualifications. Home health care aides — also known as personal care workers or community support workers — provide vital non-clinical support.
Common duties of a home health care aide may include:
- Assisting with showering, grooming and dressing
- Helping with meal preparation and light housekeeping
- Providing transport to appointments and social activities
- Supporting mobility and using manual handling equipment safely
- Offering companionship and emotional support
Healthcare Australia matches aides with clients based on location, language preferences, cultural background and care needs, ensuring meaningful placements where you can make a difference.
Home Health Care Worker Salary and Pay Rates
The salary of a home health care worker in Australia varies depending on location, qualifications, and experience. Working with HCA gives you access to award-based pay, paid training, and fast payment through our 48-hour QuickPay system.
Earnings can differ across roles, including personal care workers, enrolled nurses, and registered nurses working in home care settings. Penalty rates may apply for evenings, weekends, and public holidays, and travel reimbursements or allowances are often included for regional or remote placements.
Home care work also offers flexibility, allowing you to tailor your schedule to suit family, study, or lifestyle commitments, while accessing competitive pay and benefits.
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How to Apply for Home Care Jobs with HCA
Starting in home care is made easier through HCA. We offer roles across aged care, NDIS, hospital outreach and transitional support services.
To get started, you’ll need:
A Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care or similar (for aide roles)
Relevant nursing qualifications and AHPRA registration (for home care nurses)
A current driver’s licence and reliable transport
National Police Check and Working with Children Check (state-based)
Up-to-date vaccinations and CPR/First Aid certification
Why Work in Home Care with Healthcare Australia
At HCA, we take the stress out of finding meaningful work. As one of Australia’s leading healthcare staffing agencies, we give you access to:
- A steady stream of home care roles every week
- Guaranteed compliance support and ongoing training
- Award-winning rostering technology with shift flexibility
- National reach and local support across all states and territories
We also offer permanent and contract roles if you’re looking for stability or casual work for added flexibility. Build your experience, earn on your terms and make a real impact in people’s lives.
Build a Career in Home Care with Healthcare Australia
Increase your hours, change direction or step into a new care role. HCA connects qualified professionals with home care jobs that match their lifestyle and experience. From flexible shifts to long-term placements, you’ll find roles that reward your time and skills.
Explore positions today and access expert support, fast onboarding and personalised job matching. Learn more about the duties and responsibilities of home care nurses and start shaping a career that works for you.
