In Home Support, Aged Care. Casual – Cairns South Apply now Job no: 503440
Employment type: Casual
Location: Cairns & Far North
Categories: Aged Care
At Life Without Barriers we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and so we ask that only Female applicants apply.
About the Organisation Enhance the lives of older Australians by joining the Life Without Barriers team. Guided by every client's individual needs and interests, our personalised in-home Aged Care services focus on empowering every person to maintain their home comforts, health, and connections within their community.
Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers. Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.
We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.
About The Role We are looking for passionate individuals to provide personalised home care support to older Australians who reside in Cairns, ranging from Central Cairns to Edmonton to assist them to remain living independently in their home. This is a casual opportunity. These hours will be between 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday with no evening or sleepover shifts. You will joining one of Australia's leading social purpose providers with a dedicated leadership team to support you. This is a great opportunity for someone that is considering a change and looking to make a positive impact in their community.
Key Responsibilities Home Care Worker
Build positive relationships with clientsDomestic assistance such as:meal preparationlight cleaningassisting with paying billsassisting with organising appointments
Aged Care Support Worker
Domestic assistance duties. This consists of light cleaning duties, changing of bed linen, washing/laundryIn-home supports inclusive of meal preparation and assistance with daily livingSocial supports inclusive of support to attend medical appointments, social activities in the local community, building/maintaining social networksPersonal care inclusive of showering, daily hygiene, monitoring of health and well-being (for example, identification of wound care needs, skin integrity, etc)
Skills & Experience Passionate about making a positive impact in our ageing communityAn Australian Driver's Licence and ownership of a registered vehicleWillingness to travel between clients homes and reside between Central Cairns, Mount Sheridan, Bentley Park and EdmontonStrong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationshipsA current First Aid and CPR Certificate (must be obtained prior to employment)Successful candidates will be required to undertake relevant pre-employment checks to ensure the safety of our clients. This includes a National Criminal History Record Check.
Work independently whilst supported by a dedicated leadership teamSimple and easy to use technology to record your timesheets and kilometresSupported career development with opportunities to learn and take on new challengesFrameworks and policies in place providing you with clear guidelines and supportCasual hourly rate from $34.86-36.88 per hour + Super +.92 cents per kilometreReceive up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free through salary packaging benefits which means more money in your pocketDevelopment and progression opportunities nationallyTo be considered for and appointed to a position at Life Without Barriers, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a minimum of two (2) doses or hold a valid medical exemption certificate, in accordance with Life Without Barriers Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact Monica Saigi at ******
Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, the 29 th of May 2024. Advertised: 01 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 29 May 2024 23:55 E. Australia Standard Time
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