About Us At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4,300staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on theBEST philosophy –Believe, Excel, Support and Trust– underpinned by our values ofKindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org About the Role Uniting AgeWell provides ageing support and services to clients in Bendigo and surrounding communities. We have locally based employment opportunities available in and around Bendigo.Home Care Domestic Supportworkers are responsible for providing domestic assistance, as well as social support and transportation as needed for clients. Aformal qualification is not required and key responsibilities in this position may include:
Traveling between clients' homes Assisting with domestic tasks such as meal preparation and household chores Observing clients' physical, emotional, and behavioural status, and reporting any observations or concerns Assisting clients with activities that contribute to a clean, tidy, and safe living environment Ensuring clients' clothing and personal belongings are kept safe and well-maintained Assisting clients with activities that contribute to a clean, tidy, and safe living environment Providing social support and transportation services as required Ensuring that clients' rights, cultural, spiritual, and other individual needs are respected in all aspects of care and daily living Providing exceptional customer service by maintaining friendly, supportive, and professional relationships with clients, their relatives, and friends About You You are passionate about your work and are dedicated to improving the lives of our clients by enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices. To be considered for this role, you will need:
A current Victorian Driver's Licence A registered, roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive car insurance Current First Aid and CPR certificates, or a willingness to obtain them Previous experience in a home care setting or in providing domestic support (desirable) Knowledge of community care and a commitment to maintaining high standards for clients and their families An understanding of client-directed care The ability to thrive in a team environment while also valuing one-on-one interactions Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on theBESTway of life -BelieveExcelSupportTrust The Essentials To be considered for this opportunity you MUST have or be willing to get:
Working With Children Check (Employee) A satisfactory National Criminal Police Record Check OR NDIS Worker Screening Check Annual vaccination(s) as per the Uniting AgeWell vaccination policy Australian work rights How to apply If you are dedicated to positively impacting the lives of the elderly, we invite you to submit your application by clicking 'Apply'.
For enquiries, please reach out to ****** We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position.
Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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