Specialised Carer - Residential Care

Hammond Health & Hospitals

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Waratah, NSW Until 9/8/2026 6+ years exp First posted June 1, 2026 Last posted July 10, 2026
Job description

HammondCare Waratah is currently looking for Part time Specialised Carer – Residential Carers to join our team.

Rosters available may not suit student visa due to hour restrictions. Unlimited work rights will be highly regarded.

With our unique model of care which places the residents’ needs as your number one priority, you will help create a home away from home for our residents. This role requires you to provide tailored care including personal support within the residential home.

You will be responsible for:

  • Personal care – showering, grooming, toileting etc
  • Provide life engagement
  • Support residents with levels of dementia
  • Recognise, report and respond appropriately to changes in the conditions of residents within your skills and competencies

All new staff will complete an onsite orientation with a Workplace Trainer, have buddy shifts and be supported by experienced Registered Nurses and Managers on site.

Night Shift Part time roster - Monday - Thursday 9pm - 7.00am week 1 & Monday - Wednesday 9pm - 7.00am week 2

To be successful in this role, you will:

  • Have a genuine passion for serving elderly people & want to make a difference in their lives
  • MUST have a Minimum of 6 months experience in an Aged Care facility.
  • MUST be able to work Night shift & have experience working Nights
  • Value teamwork but also be able to work independently and show initiative
  • Have knowledge & experience of people living with Dementia & their needs
  • Applicants with Cert lll or Cert lV in Aged Care would be viewed favourably

Benefits - What are we offering in return for your expertise and experience.

  • Market leading remuneration
  • Salary packaging; $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits.
  • Additional training & career development opportunities
  • Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave.
  • Reward and Recognition Program
  • Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
  • Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
  • Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs, and Tyre Care Plans
  • Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung

Does this sound like you? Apply Now!

For more information please contact Sarah - segan@hammond.com.au

HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, pre-employment medical assessment, and complete a NDIS Worker’s Screening check

Our Talent Acquisition team & Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. HammondCare isn’t responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

About this role

Summary

Provide personalized care to elderly with dementia, support residents, work night shifts, and collaborate with staff.

Job title

Specialised Carer - Residential Care

Experience level

6+ months

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Must be in Waratah, NSW; remote work not allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

personal caredementia knowledgenight shift experience

Preferred skills

cert III in Aged Carecert IV in Aged Care

Specializations

aged caredementiapersonal supportnight shift
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Waratah NSW 2298, Australia

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