At Hume City Council, we are continually on the search for like-minded people who value Innovation, Respect, Customer Service and Collaboration. We are an organisation that believes in providing all staff with a supportive working environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance and career development.

We are seeking passionate and committed Direct Care Workers to join our Aged and Disability Services. As a Direct Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting Hume's older residents and younger people with a disability, assisting them to live active, engaged and independent lives. As a Direct Care Worker at Hume City Council, you will provide Personal Care, Domestic Assistance, Social Support and Respite Care.

In this role, you will not only be making a difference to people's lives but working for a progressive organisation that supports and values employee satisfaction and encourages career development.

Ability to speak a second language is desirable.

Company Profile

Hume City Council is a leader in local government and is recognised for its innovation, initiative, leadership, service, quality and support for its people.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion and the principles of gender equality.

Our Council recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse and adhere to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and related legislation. Our people are required to observe child safe requirements and support the safety, participation, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Our strong commitment to social justice and the environment provides opportunities for employees to participate in various programs.

We offer flexible work arrangements and a range of other employee benefits to support employee's work life balance.

In line with directions issued by Victoria's Chief Health Officer, all roles at Hume City Council require staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful applicants will be required to provide COVID-19 vaccination certificate or valid medical exemption.

For further information please view position description or contact Judy Leonard on 9205 2866 or Margaret Canals on 9205 2505.

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(Job ID: 5741851)