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 Burnie 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 part-time opportunity; however, we need availability to work on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at a minimum. Due to clients' needs in the area, we do require services to be covered as early as 7 am and as late as 7 pm.
As this is a part-time role, the base hourly rate is $30.94 +, along with 11% 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.
Required Skills, Experience, and Credentials:
* Must obtain a Certificate III or above in Aged Care/Disability/Equivalent
* Understanding of and a passion for working with the elderly
* Ability to work and travel around the Burnie region including suburbs such as Devonport, La Trobe, Shearwater, Ulverstone, Spreyton & Sheffield (with travel up to an hour as required)
* Current driver's license
* Registered, reliable, and comprehensively insured motor vehicle
* Current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain
* Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain
* Confidence in using different forms of technology such as a smartphone or tablet
Benefits for You:
* Structured induction and orientation, including participation in our Welcome Days for new starters
* Support and encouragement to pursue professional development opportunities
* Tax benefits through salary packaging options as a not-for-profit organization
* Regular hours to suit your work-life balance
* Professional development, employee award programs, and career progression opportunities
* A career with purpose - the opportunity to make a real difference in the community and our clients' lives
* A safe and healthy workplace culture that promotes diversity and mutual respect
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support with 'no cost' access to wellness services
We look forward to welcoming you to our team and supporting you in your professional journey.
About Us: integratedliving Australia provides community and home-based health services throughout rural, regional, and remote Australia. Our focus is on delivering better health outcomes for our clients, supporting them to live independent and active lives. We have innovated our services, now offering virtual and COVID-safe services to sustain client accessibility to our support. This innovation of services means we now need more Support Workers to join us across Australia.
Apply now to join our team of dedicated Support Workers!
If you have the drive, commitment, and desire to help improve individual health outcomes and strengthen your local community, then we welcome your application. Applications are being assessed as they are received.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Please note: all integrated living team members who can be safely vaccinated are strongly encouraged to remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations.
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