Care Workers for hire in Cairns, Queensland

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    569

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Food Preparation
    7%
    Communication Skills
    7%
    Customer Service
    6%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    48%
    High school diploma or GED
    28%
    Master's degree
    13%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    40%
    3-5 years
    30%
    1-2 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Infinite Care Pty Ltd
    • Anglicare Sydney
    • E4 Recruitment
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    57%
    Less than a year
    29%
    1-2 years
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 569 profiles for Care Workers in Cairns, Queensland

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

Care Worker: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cairns, Queensland: $91,851 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $59,588 – $141,584 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Disability Support Worker (Casual)

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IIFirst Aid CertificationAssist Clients with Medication (HLTHPS006)Certificate IIICPR CertificationCertificate III in Hospitality+2 more

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCleaningProcessing Cash TransactionsCashiering
  • Youth Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFull Driver LicenceCommunication SkillsLeadershipCertificate IVFirst Aid Certification+3 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsBartendingHospitalityFood ProductionCleaning
  • Personal Care Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety Supervisors CertificateDriver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationRSANDIS Worker Orientation ModuleManual Handling

    Skills

    Microsoft OfficeCustomer ServiceDrivingFood PreparationAdministrative ExperienceOrganisational Skills
  • Disability Support Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Community ServicesWhite CardCertificate IIEducationCertificate IIIManual Handling+8 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsGroup WorkComplaint HandlingCustomer Complaint ResolutionRespectful CommunicationEnglish
  • Personal Care Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    NDIS Worker Screening CheckFirst Aid CertificationCertificate IIINational Police CheckCPR CertificationManual Handling

    Skills

    CaregivingWorking with Older AdultsAged CareOlder AdultsVital SignsFood Preparation
  • Personal Care Worker (Placement)

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    NDIS Worker Screening CheckCare DocumentationWorking with Children CheckCertificate IIICertificate III in Individual SupportProgress Documentation+5 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsSchedule ManagementBathing AssistanceDressing AssistanceDressing and Grooming Support

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What's the average time to fill a care worker role?

The average time to fill a care worker role is 45 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do care workers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a care worker include: food preparation, communication skills and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for care workers?

Common licenses or certifications for care workers include: First Aid Certification, Certificate III and CPR Certification.

What are some job titles related to care workers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to care workers include: disability support worker, personal care worker and PERSONAL CARE WORKER.

What level of education is common for a care worker?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a care worker in Cairns, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a care worker?

Most care workers have 7 years of professional experience.

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