Health Care Worker

Use your caring nature to support older people to live with dignity, independence and quality of life at Maddocks Gardens. As a Health Care Worker, you'll provide hands-on care, build meaningful connections with residents and contribute to a supportive team delivering high-quality aged care.

The Contracts:

• Fixed Term, Part Time | 64 hours per fortnight until October 2027
• Ongoing, Part Time | 64 hours per fortnight
• Casual opportunities also available

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.

Please indicate preferred hours in your application.

What You'll Do:

In this rewarding role, you'll provide personal care and day-to-day support to residents, assisting with mobility, meals and other activities of daily living. You'll build positive relationships with residents and their families, promote independence and wellbeing, and help create a welcoming environment where residents feel valued and respected. Working closely with nursing staff, you'll monitor resident wellbeing, report changes in condition and maintain accurate care documentation to support the delivery of safe, high-quality care.

Why Join BRHS?

• Flexible employment options to suit your lifestyle
• Extensive salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative aged care team
• Grow your skills through ongoing education and professional development
• Enjoy a workplace with strong safety standards and professional support

Skills & Experience:

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Certificate IV in Ageing Support or equivalent; residential aged care and dementia experience highly regarded
• Demonstrated ability to deliver compassionate, person-centred care and advocate for resident wellbeing
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues
• Availability to work a range of shifts across a 7-day roster

Please view the full key selection criteria in the Position Description here

Ready to make a difference? For more information contact:

Sandra Erwin, Nurse Unit Manager Aged Care on 03 5150 3659 or email sandra.erwin@brhs.com.au

Applications close: Wednesday 4th November 2026

Applications are to include:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role in line with the key selection criteria within the position description
• A resume (including two recent referees)

All appointments are subject to the below requirements.  Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 
• Immunisation Status Clearance 
• Working with Children Check

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS. 

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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve.  We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported.  Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at people.culture@brhs.com.au

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is deeply committed to an environment that supports the safety and wellbeing of all people including children.  Read our full values and commitments here.