Are you passionate about aged care and want to work with other like-minded people?
Coolibah Care has been the aged care provider of choice in the Peel region for over 50 years. We are an independent not-for-profit organisation, offering a range of services including residential care, independent living, home services, respite and day care.
What we can offer you:
At Coolibah Care', we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees.
* Salary - competitive salary and generous salary packing of up to $15,900 per year. This allows you to pay your expenses from your salary before tax which increases your take home pay
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Culture - a flexible, diverse and inclusive working environment with the opportunity to truly to make a difference in someone's life everyday
* Reward and Recognition Platform - rewarding our employees who go above and above and also have access to a range of discounts.
* Staff benefits - 20% staff discount on Gym and Aqua memberships at Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre
* Hours - Flexible work hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
* Great Central Mandurah location and Free Parking
Coolibah Care is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from diverse backgrounds, such as Indigenous people, people with disabilities or individuals from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Applications for this position are openuntil a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.
As a Respite Carer at Coolibah, you'll play a vital role in delivering compassionate, person-centred care to our clients during their stay at our welcoming respite cottage. You'll ensure each individual has the best day possible by supporting their independence, dignity, and well-being in line with their care plans and personal goals.
This is a permanent role with the following sleepover shifts, ideally these will be covered by the same person but could be broken into smaller rosters if required.
Week 1 Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday
Please note that these are sleepover shifts requiring you to remain on-site from 8:00pm to 7:00am. The shift includes 5 hours of paid work time and a sleepover allowance. Paid working hours are from 8:00pm to 11:00pm and from 5:00am to 7:00am. The period between 11:00pm and 5:00am is the sleepover component of the shift, during which a sleepover allowance is paid rather than hourly wages, unless you are required to perform duties during that time.
What you'll be doing
* Provide personal care, mobility support, social engagement, and medication assistance.
* Promote independence and wellness through goal-directed care.
* Maintain accurate documentation and uphold client confidentiality.
* Ensure a clean, safe, and homely environment for all clients.
* Support continuous improvement and uphold Aged Care Quality Standards.
What you need to be successful in this position
* Minimum qualification of Certificate 3 in Aged Care or Individual Support (Ageing).
* Experience in Aged care and personal care delivery for a minimum of 1 year in Community
* Ability to work independently and handle manual tasks safely
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Medication Competency Certificate, First Aid & CPR Certificate
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