Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development) Are you passionate about providing services to our clients and making a difference in their lives? $31.24 per hour plus generous salary sacrificing benefits to increase your take-home payPermanent Part-time position available, guaranteed weekly minimum hours availablePhone and PPE provided, fleet vehicles may also be availableAbout CatholicCare Central Queensland CatholicCare Central Queensland is a leading community service provider local to Rockhampton. Specialising in the delivery of a wide range of quality social services including aged care, disability care, counselling, psychology, family relationship support and mediation, and domestic and family violence response, CatholicCare Central Queensland offers diverse and rewarding careers in busy and dynamic environments.
About the Role Support Workers are key members of the Community Care services team and will share knowledge and experience to assist in the support of aged care and disability clients. Support Workers will deliver high-quality services to clients through:
Social Supports and accessing the communityMedication assistance and health support including accessing medical servicesPersonal Care and supporting clients to maintain personal hygiene and groomingDomestic assistance and general household duties, preparing mealsSupport and empower clients to achieve their personal goalsWhat we're looking for: A team playerSomeone with the ability to be flexible, strong and resilient in various challenging situationsExperience with personal care, medications, manual handling, and behaviour support plansKnowledge and skills gained through on-the-job training commensurate with the requirements of the work in this levelCore Competencies Ability to work independently and provide safe services in client homes or within the community, following care plans and a planned roster/scheduleCustomer service skills including the ability to support consumers to build independence and exercise choice and control over their daily livesAbility to use digital systems including email, messenger systems, and Client information systemsQualifications and Experience Current C or CA Driver's license (QLD)Certificate III or higher in a relevant qualification with a minimum of 12 months industry experienceIn addition to the above, you will need to demonstrate: Previous experience of working with culturally diverse clientsExperience in client-focused rolesAbility to adapt communication to individual client needsAbility to recognise risks and incidents, react appropriately, and report accuratelyThe successful candidate will also be required to demonstrate entitlement to work in Australia, and to disclose any pre-existing injury or disease which may be adversely affected by undertaking the inherent requirements of the position.
All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of relevant screening and background checks, including an Australian Federal Police check, an NDIS disability worker screening check, and attainment of a Blue Card for working with children, prior to commencement.
What to Do Next To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:
Your current resumeA cover letter clearly addressing the key aspects and requirements of the roleApply today for a career that changes lives!
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