About Us

At UPA, we believe everyone deserves to live with dignity, respect and a sense of belonging.

We are a not for profit, values-based organisation guided by compassion, respect, integrity and kindness and we truly stand by these in everything we do.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity that does not come around often.

We’re looking for an experienced Care Partner to support clients in designing personalised care that reflects their goals, preferences and needs.

You’ll join a close-knit team who will welcome you with open arms, while enjoying a high level of autonomy. We trust your experience and value what you bring.

This is your chance to make a genuine difference within the community while doing meaningful, rewarding work every day.

Why Join UPA

• Competitive pay with salary packaging options (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax-free)  
• Salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Retention bonus for permanent appointments  
• Access to a Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program  
• Supportive, welcoming team environment
• Ongoing workplace education and support  
• Autonomous role with strong trust and support

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate IV, Diploma or Degree in Aged Care or Community Services
• First Aid and CPR Certificate (desirable)
• Experience working with and adhering to budgets
• Experience in home care packages, case management and care planning
• Understanding of aged care standards and consumer directed care
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, email, internet)
• Current driver’s licence
• Exceptional customer service skills, with both internal and external customers

Pre-employment screening:

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to complete the following: 

• National Criminal History Check 
• Pre-Employment Checks 
• Vaccination in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy 

Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant’s right to work in Australia.  

Opportunities like this don’t come around often, so if this feels like the right fit, we encourage you to apply today.

Click Apply Now to submit your application.  Or if you have any questions, please reach out to Katrina - katrina.gunnett@upa.org.au

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.