Support Worker Aged Care

Keen for a change of direction? Know someone who’s interested in joining our health service? Read on below to find out more about this career opportunity and share it around so that we can make DDHS even more deadly Key Information Position Type: Part-time Fixed term until 30 June 2026 Location: Darwin Salary Range: $72,413 p.a. (pro-rata for 32 hours /week) as per HPCS 2.1 Application Closing Date: 10 December 2025 This position is identified for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1996 (NT). About the Role The Support Worker Aged Care delivers high-quality, culturally safe care to Elders across centre-based, community, and in-home settings, providing practical care supports to enable Elders to remain at home living an active, self-determined and meaningful life. Services are delivered in accordance with program guidelines ensuring adherence to the Aged Care Code of Conduct and Strengthened Aged Care Standards. What You Need to Succeed Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Certificate III in Aged Care or Disability or Individual Support, or willingness to obtain. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons including respect and understanding of client issues, cultural appro-priateness and anti-discrimination. Knowledge of the social determinants of health (environment, economic and social inequalities) that have a profound impact on the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Proven teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to constructively negotiate outcomes with a diverse range of people and service providers. Commitment to continuous improvement and the delivery of safe and high-quality care and support. Genuine empathy and passion for helping others. Experience working in community aged care Knowledge of WH&S regulations relating to cleaning and chemicals Demonstrated ability to work to a plan unsupervised Willingness to use own vehicle in accordance DDHS Grey Fleet Policy Well-developed knowledge of, and contemporary experience in, working with clients with chronic health conditions and relevant management strategies. Proficiency in documentation and electronic systems to ensure accurate and timely record-keeping. Want to talk this job through some more? Give Support Coordinator Aged Care, Cherie Nichols a call on Danila Dilba Health Service is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised we will conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment. To work with DDHS you must hold, or be willing to obtain, a current police check, a valid NT working with children’s card, a current CPR certificate and full vaccination against COVID-19, or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). Only those with full working rights will be considered for this position. Employment with us is subject to: Willing to undergo a Police Check. Ability and willingness to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card). Current CPR certificate or the preparedness to gain one within 6 months of commencement. Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) be submitted. Full rights to work in Australia. Danila Dilba offers employees: 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata) 5 days paid leave during end-of-year shut down (additional to annual leave) (pro-rata) Career development and training opportunities Salary packaging up to $15,990 per annum, plus additional packaging options For other current career opportunities, please click here . #J-18808-Ljbffr