Personal Care / Support

Personal Care Assistant (Casual) — Hornsby NSW 2077

Join a dynamic on-demand workforce delivering compassionate, client-focused personal care across Hornsby and surrounding suburbs. We are seeking a reliable and empathetic female Personal Care Assistant to start immediately on a casual hourly basis.

You will provide practical and emotional support to clients in their homes, helping them maintain independence, dignity and quality of life. This role suits someone who values flexibility, enjoys one-on-one work, and can respond to on-demand shifts through our scheduling platform. Casual hours with varied shifts provide an opportunity to earn while maintaining work-life balance.

• Assist with personal hygiene and grooming, including showering, dressing and toileting support.
• Support with mobility, safe transfers and use of mobility aids according to care plans.
• Provide meal preparation, feeding assistance and monitoring of dietary needs.
• Administer simple medication prompts and follow medication schedules as directed.
• Deliver companionship, emotional support and social engagement activities tailored to client interests.
• Perform light household tasks related to care: laundry, shopping support and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Observe and report changes in client condition, behavior or care needs to the supervising coordinator.
• Follow all care plans, risk assessments and infection control procedures strictly.

• Female applicant only due to client preferences and service matching criteria.
• Full Australian Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle for client travel and errands.
• Current Police Check and Working With Children Check (WWCC) valid in Australia.
• Previous experience in personal care, disability support or aged care preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain promptly.
• Excellent communication skills, empathy and the ability to work independently.
• Flexibility to accept on-demand shifts, occasional evenings and weekend work.

• Competitive hourly rate paid for casual work with opportunities for additional shifts.
• Flexible scheduling through a responsive on-demand platform that matches your availability.
• Ongoing training, access to resources and a supportive coordinator for clinical guidance.
• A respectful workplace culture that prioritizes client dignity and staff wellbeing.
• Experience across diverse client needs, building your skills in home care and community support.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, punctual and confident in delivering hands-on personal care. You are comfortable navigating client homes and communities, respect cultural differences, and maintain professional boundaries. You will be attentive to safety, proactive in communication, and committed to high standards of care.

If you meet the essential requirements and are ready to begin immediately, this role offers meaningful work supporting people to live well in their homes while enjoying the flexibility of casual, on-demand shifts.