The Aged and Disability Care Program assists frail aged and younger people with disabilities and their carers living in the Greater Darwin and Palmerston regions. They provide culturally appropriate services that are tailored to the requirements of our clients, to maintain and increase their independence and assist them to live as valued and participating members of the community. We have a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, however we do also provide our services to non-indigenous people.

Specifically, the program provides the following services:

Meals at home (provision of meals that are prepared and delivered to clients who are unable to prepare their own meals or maintain an adequate nutritional intake);

Centre-Based Activities (provide structured group activities designed to develop, maintain or support the capacity for independent living and social interaction which are conducted in a centre-based setting.  It also includes outing and day trips conducted by the centre and providing some meals at the centre);

Transport (co-ordinate and/or provide individual transport services);

Social Support (provide assistance by a support worker, in the home or outside the home to access community facilities and services. This service aims to maintain a client’s community connection and fulfil the need for social interaction and wellbeing);

Personal Care (provide assistance with self-care, such as eating, bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming and mobility);

Domestic Assistance (provide assistance with domestic chores, including assistance with cleaning, dishwashing, clothes washing and ironing, shopping and bill paying.  May also include help with meal preparation).

Benefits and perks

Conditions of employment covered by the Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation Enterprise Agreement 2018.  Salary range starting at $28.71 for full-time hours.  We have a dedicated employee assistance program and excellent training and development opportunities.

Objective

To train on how to provide personal care and/or home support services to maximise independence and promote wellbeing and re-enablement to allow the client to continue to live in the community as they so choose.

• To learn how to provide care assistance to each client in accordance with the service plan and as directed by the Program Manager and Care Coordinators;
• To maintain client confidentiality at all times;
• Under guidance of Support Workers monitor the safety and wellbeing of the client and report any concerns to the Case Manager, where required;
• To participate in training programs, professional development and performance reviews;
• To learn how to accurately record each visit and relevant information in progress notes;
• Be punctual, reliable, work to industry standards and maintain a neat and tidy appearance;
• Understand how to ensure program assets are maintained to the highest standard and report any maintenance issues when required;
• Learn how to ensure effective communication regarding client health & wellbeing, including involvement and contribution to regular and consistent team meetings and handovers;
• Under the guidance of Support Workers, learn how to adhere to safe work practices and organisation and industry specific policies and procedures, including privacy and confidentiality requirements; and committing to being vaccinated for influenza annually.
• Other position related duties as requested by the Program Manager and Coordinator; and
• Maintain respect for Larrakia people and traditional country.

Selection Criteria

• Be willing to complete a Certificate III (or higher) in
  Aged Care & Disability
• To be open to learn how to respect and respond to the individual needs and preferences of the client and communicate effectively with clients, significant others and the organisation
• Be willing to learn and understand how to demonstrate the importance of accurate documentation and confidentiality of client’s details 
• Be willing to work under limited direction following completion of Cert III in Aged Care & Disability, exercise initiative and apply good time management and organisational skills
• Be willing to learn how to develop interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
• Be willing to learn how to understand and demonstrate safe work practices and adhere to organisation policies and procedures
• Identify as Indigenous
• Current NT Driver’s License (C Class) or Learners permit, willing to obtain valid First Aid & CPR Certificate and Working with Children Check

Applicants are required to undergo Drug and Alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.

To apply for this role, please click the 'apply now' button and upload your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.  To be eligible for consideration you must supply current copies of your Drivers licence, Working with Children check, and National Police check.

Applications close 28 September 2025