Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you have a heart full of empathy and a desire to support those in need? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are currently recruiting for a new Support Worker to join our team based in Tweed Heads to provide domestic assistance (such as cleaning and meal prep), intimate personal care, social support, and implement health and wellbeing initiatives that support our clients. As a Support Worker, you will join our esteemed national team of community services professionals, dedicated to helping individuals maintain their independence and well-being.
This is a casual opportunity with flexible working hours available from Monday to Friday. Due to clients' needs in the area, we do require services to be covered as early as 7am and as late as 7pm.
As this is a casual role, the base hourly rate is $30.61 + 25% casual loading, along with 11.5% Superannuation and eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging (providing up to $15,900 in tax benefits). Additionally, you will receive a travel allowance of $0.96 per km and paid travel time between services. A daily mobile allowance is also provided when using your own device for work-related purposes.
About the Role: As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of older clients in the Tweed Heads community. Providing support to elderly clients to enable them to stay independent in their homesExperience variety by visiting clients in their homes within Tweed Heads and covering surrounding areasSupporting clients with daily activities and tasks such as cleaning, shopping, and transportation to appointments.Casual opportunities availableMonday to Friday | Flexibility is essentialBase hourly rate of $30.61 plus 25% casual loadingTravel allowance of $0.99 per km and paid travel between servicesDaily mobile allowance paid when using your own device for work-related purposesWho We're Looking for: We are seeking compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated individuals who have a genuine passion for helping others with a key focus to provide high-quality person-centred care across all facets of support services.
To do so you will need to have the following:
Understanding of and a passion for working with the elderlyMedication assist module is highly desirableAbility to work and travel around Tweed Heads and surrounding areas (with travel up to an hour as required)Current driver's licenseRegistered, reliable, and comprehensively insured motor vehicleCurrent First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtainCurrent National Police Check or willingness to obtainConfidence in using different forms of technology such as a smartphone or tabletFlexible approach to your availability and open to being rostered within work hours of 7.00 am - 7.00 pm, Monday to Friday and some weekend shiftsAs a Community Support Worker, you will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of older adults within your community. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to bring joy, companionship, and support to those who need it the most.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant. Please note: all integratedliving team members who can be safely vaccinated are strongly encouraged to remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations. To apply: Scroll down the page, respond to the questions covering the main requirements for this job, attach your current resume and submit. Apply Now
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