The Opportunity
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 to maintain their independence and wellbeing.
What's on offer
* Hours and shifts in Bowden area
* Employee benefits program + salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free each year
* Accelerated learning programsto gain your professional qualifications (Cert 3)
* Paid CPR and First Aidcourses.
What we're looking for
We welcome applicants at all experience levels ($41.08 p/hr):
* New to Aged Care – Full training and support provided.
* Experienced – Confident delivering day‐to‐day home care tasks.
* Advanced/Qualified – Relevant qualifications and strong capability will attract a higher hourly rate.
In addition, you will need:
* A valid Australian Driver's Licence & your own insured, roadworthy vehicle
* Certificate III or above in Aged Care or Individual Support (dependant)
The role
In the role of 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 clients to take their medications
* 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.
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.
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