Job Description
When was the last time you made a difference in someone's life?
It takes a special person to be a Care Worker and help the older members of our community maintain their independence and wellbeing.
We are looking for just that person with 3 months or more experience in a similar role to join the Silverchain team in the Camberwell area.
What's On Offer
Guaranteed hours and shifts
Award rate $***** per hour + Super + paid KM's
Employee benefits program + salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free each year.
Accelerated learning programs to gain your professional qualifications (Cert 3).
Paid CPR and First Aid courses.
What We're Looking For
Enjoy having variety in their day.
Passionate about providing an excellent service.
Can build positive relationships with clients and their families.
Don't sweat the small stuff; able to remain calm when clients have a bad day or traffic delays.
Comfortable working independently and finding solutions to everyday problems, knowing when to ask manager for help.
In Addition, You Will Need
A valid Australian Driver's Licence & your own insured, roadworthy vehicle.
Experience of 3 months or more in a similar role.
Role
In the role of Home Care Worker, you will be providing our aged care clients with home help services such as:
General housekeeping and making beds.
Cleaning, mopping and vacuuming floors.
Washing, folding and ironing laundry.
Meal preparation and grocery shopping.
You will also be providing our aged care clients with personal care services such as:
Getting clients out of bed, showered and dressed for the day.
Assisting with mobility and therapy goals.
Providing complex care for customers with high care needs, such as dementia.
Providing social and emotional support.
Providing the client with transport to lifestyle activities or appointments.
Helping the family carer to have a break or an opportunity to do other things.
Why choose Silverchain
Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care.
It's a team effort.
Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective.
We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.
We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated.
We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.
How To Apply
To submit your application, click 'Apply'.
Prior to commencement, every preferred candidate must complete a National Police check, Work Rights check and confirm their COVID-19 vaccination status (although not mandatory it is highly recommended).
At Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation.
We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.
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