Care Worker

Care Worker – Community & Centre-Based Respite

Location: Sinnamon Park | Hadden Place Respite Centre

At Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ), our Care Workers play a vital role in supporting people to live with dignity, independence, and connection. More than a job, this is a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across aged care and disability services — every single day.

You’ll be based at Hadden Place, a specialised day and overnight respite centre located in the modern Dovetree building at Sinnamon Village, overlooking peaceful bushland. Hadden Place offers a calm, welcoming, and culturally inclusive environment where customers feel safe, supported, and at home.

About Hadden Place

Hadden Place provides day programs, social outings, and 24/7 overnight cottage-style respite for people aged from 18 years through to older adults, including those living with dementia and higher care needs.

About the Role

As a Care Worker, you’ll support customers both in the community and within the Hadden Place respite centre, including overnight stays. You’ll build meaningful relationships, understand individual needs, and support people to stay connected, engaged, and comfortable.

You will:

• Provide personal care including showering, dressing, continence support, and personal hygiene
• Assist with meals, medication support, and activities of daily living
• Support social inclusion, engagement, and meaningful activities within the centre
• Assist with transport for shopping, appointments, and community participation
• Provide in-home support such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and laundry
• Deliver care in line with individual care plans and WMQ values
• Support centre-based respite care, including overnight cottage respite as required
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all customers

What We’re Looking For

• A compassionate, enthusiastic, and person-centred approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with people across aged care and disability services
• Respect for diversity, culture, and individual choice

Essential Requirements

• Current Australian Driver’s Licence and willingness to drive as part of your role
• Registered and comprehensively insured motor vehicle
• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent)

Why Join WMQ?

At WMQ, we value diversity, inclusion, and walking alongside people with hope and compassion. We’re committed to supporting your growth, wellbeing, and ability to bring your whole self to work — aligned to our mission and values.

We offer:

• Employee Wellbeing Program — recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace
• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
• Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, and travel

WMQ’s vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Ready to Join Us?

Be part of a team that creates safe, welcoming spaces where people feel connected, respected, and cared for.

Click Apply today and make a difference at Hadden Place.

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