Care Partner

Everyone has a story. And here at Wesley Mission Queensland, we feel privileged to stand alongside the families, children, couples and seniors that we support each year. We’re an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, helping people across Queensland build stronger and more inclusive communities since 1907.**Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters**Home care means something different to everyone. At Wesley Mission Queensland, we care with a purpose. Our Community Aged Care team is more than just a workplace, it’s a community built on compassion, dignity, and respect.**Why Join WMQ’s Community Aged Care Team!**It is deeply rewarding and a chance to build genuine relationships, provide comfort and dignity to support our customers in maintaining their independence and quality of life. It is more than just care, it is about creating a warm, respectful and environment where every individual feels valued and heard. For those who are compassionate, patient, and committed to person-centred care, aged care work is not just a job, it’s a calling.* Purpose-led practice – Be part of a not-for-profit organisation that puts people, not profits, at the heart of care.* Attractive Remuneration plus packaging benefits – Boost your take-home pay by up to $18,550 annually through not-for-profit tax concessions.* Career development – Structured induction, mentorship, and professional growth pathways.**Your Role as Care Partner**As the Care Partner you are responsible for delivering care management services to Support at Home customers to ensure they receive high-quality, person-centred care that meets their individual needs, goals, and preferences. You will work collaboratively with clinical care partners, customers, their registered supporters, carers, and other health professionals to develop and implement effective care plans, coordinate service delivery, and monitor outcomes.You’ll empower individuals to live more independently, safely, and meaningfully by:* Work collaboratively with customers to identify their needs, goals, preferences, and existing supports in alignment with their Notice of Decision and support plan* Coordinate the delivery of services according to customers' approved services and care plans* Manage the quarterly budget to ensure no overspends occur and that services are delivered within funding parameters* Facilitate transitions in and out of different care settings and ensure continuity of care Monitoring, Review and Evaluation* Support customers to make informed decisions, including respecting their right to take risks* Manage the customers budgets to ensure that they do not exceed their allocated funding* Monitor and respond to changing needs and emerging risks**What We’re Looking For*** Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Certificate IV in Aged Care, or equivalent qualification* Minimum of 12 months experience in aged care, disability services, or community services sector* Knowledge of person-centred care approaches and ability to support customers in making informed decisions* Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with customers, families, and health professionals* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, managing time effectively to meet deadlines* Computer literacy including experience with client management systems and documentation* Physical capability to perform the role including sitting, standing, and travelling to customers' homes**A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have!*** Experience in broader healthcare or related settings* Additional qualifications in aged care or community services* Understanding of wellness and reablement approaches* Understanding of quality standards and continuous improvement processes**Essential Requirements*** Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy)* Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy.* Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel for work**About Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ)**Wesley Mission Queensland is a leading not-for-profit provider of health and community services. With over a century of service, we support people across all life stages with aged care, disability support, mental health services, and community outreach. Our values, Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment, and Respect, guide everything we do.WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.Be part of something meaningful. Join a team that values you and the difference you make every day.Click Apply today!Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Limited Policy.https://youtu.be/s7CMHvukbQYWe value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story.

We offer our team members:* Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace!* Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay* Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage* Access to 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 commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.* #J-18808-Ljbffr