Aboriginal Aged Care Worker

An Aboriginal Aged Care Worker works with Indigenous elders to monitor and improve their health. You might work in a health clinic or community centre or you may be employed in an Indigenous aged care facility. Aboriginal Aged Care Workers are also involved in specific health care programs. Your role might involve carrying out health screening and assessments or providing support for your clients’ health issues.

An Aboriginal Aged Care Worker needs to have excellent communication skills. You’ll be liaising with clients as well as other health care professionals so you‘ll need to be able to work as part of a team. You’ll need to be flexible and be organised so you can work with several clients at once.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $54,600
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a aboriginal aged care worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Blended, On Campus, Online
16 weeks
$0 - $3,894
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Trainee Support Worker Disability Support Worker Home Carer Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Support Worker Aged Care Manager Patient Care Assistant Residential Care Officer Senior Support Worker Home Care Nurse
+ 12 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
On Campus, Online
5 - 12 months
$0 - $3,990
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Trainee Support Worker Disability Support Worker Home Carer Aboriginal Disability Worker Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Disability Service Officer Senior Support Worker Laundry Worker
+ 10 more
CHC43015

Certificate IV In Ageing Support
Blended, Online
9 - 12 months
$0 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Officer Lifestyle Coordinator
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Aged Care Manager Aged Care Worker Patient Care Assistant Peer Support Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Senior Support Worker Support Worker Trainee Support Worker
+ 10 more
HLT30121

Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $15,815
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker Aboriginal Health Worker
Aboriginal Community Care Worker
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker Aboriginal Health Worker Aboriginal Community Care Worker + 1 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)
On Campus, Online
5 - 12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Trainee Support Worker Disability Support Worker Home Carer Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Aged Care Manager
+ 7 more
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Related occupations

Aged Care Worker

Aged Care Workers support the elderly by assisting with daily tasks, personal care, and liaising with families about health and medication.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Personal Carer

Personal Carers support elderly and vulnerable individuals with daily tasks, providing companionship and liaising with families and healthcare professionals.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Residential Care Worker

Residential Care Workers support children and adults in various facilities, providing personal services and maintaining close relationships with clients and their families.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Common questions

How much does an Aboriginal Aged Care Worker earn?

In Australia, a full time Aboriginal Aged Care Worker generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for an Aboriginal Aged Care Worker?

The number of people working as an Aboriginal Aged Care Worker has increased over the last five years. There are currently 1,300 Indigenous health workers in Australia and many of them work in aged care. Aboriginal Aged Care Workers are employed in all regions of Australia, particularly in Indigenous communities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become an Aboriginal Aged Care Worker?

A Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Care is an excellent qualification to start your career as an Aboriginal Aged Care Worker. You could also further your studies with a Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Care. These courses cover all aspects of working with Indigenous elders.

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Further reading

How to start a career in Aged Care

23rd March 2021)

A Comprehensive Guide to Casual and Temporary Work in the Aged Care Industry

18th September 2024)

What can you do with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)?

4th August 2020)

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