Location: Port Broughton, SA, 5522Full-Time: Immediate startReports to: Aged Care Facility ManagerJob Title: Aged or Disabled CarerSalary range: $76,600 - $80,000 + SuperannuationJob Closure date: 30 days
About This Role:Our client is a highly respected aged care provider in the Port Broughton region, renowned for its person-centred approach and commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors. With a strong reputation for compassionate care and modern, homelike facilities, they provide a supportive environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect, and individuality. We are seeking a full-time Aged or Disabled Carer to join their dedicated care team.This is an opportunity to work in a well-resourced facility that values both its residents and staff, offering long-term career stability and the chance to make a profound difference in the lives of elderly individuals. In this role, you will provide hands-on personal care while fostering meaningful connections with residents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social wellbeing is prioritised. You'll be part of a collaborative team that upholds the highest standards of aged care, with ongoing training and professional development to support your growth in the sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
* Maintain accurate and up to date documentation including notes, assessments and care plans
* Observe, report and document all change in resident need requirements
* Ensure maintenance of clean linen, and making of beds for residents
* Assisting residents with mobility.
* Accurately deliver laundered clothing to residents' rooms
* Assist with the serving of meals assisting residents as required
* Assist in the delivery of specialised nursing needs for residents
* Assisting in personal hygiene and dressing
* Support independence of residents by providing appropriate assistance with personal care in accordance with care plans
* Liaise with staff, residents, visitors, GPs and allied health professionals to provide prompt and friendly service
* Act to protect the rights of residents including confidentiality, privacy, individual choice and decision-making
* Provide emotional support to residents
* Actively participate in the Care team environment
* Build and maintain effective relationships
* Ensure compliance against the Aged Care Standards is maintained where appropriate
* Be responsive to the needs of the company and its changing environment
* Attend meetings and compulsory education as required
* Identify self-education needs
* Participate in safety and improvement activities for the organization
* Identify and report areas of risk (including complaints) within the scope of the position
* Demonstrate adherence to all OH & S policies and procedures
* Display responsibility for self, team and environment
* Ensure compliance with all legislation and other requirements relevant to your position
* Observe and practice the principles and obligations of Equal Employment Opportunity and maintain a workplace free from bullying and harassment
* Comply with and promote company policies and procedures
Skills & Requirements
* Must comply with having annual flu vaccination and be fully immunised against COVID-19.
* Must sign a statutory declaration to identify serious criminal activity committed outside of Australia. To comply with the company's Code of Conduct.
* One year of full-time on-the-job experience.
* All appointments are subject to satisfactory police check with no disclosures
* Certificate III in a relevant field or equivalent
* Current driver's license
* Own transportation
* Loves to work in a great team environment.
* A desire for long term employment.
Why You'll Love Working here:
* Rewarding work that makes a real difference in residents' lives
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Supportive team culture with regular staff recognition
* Modern facilities with quality resources
* Career growth potential within our organization
How to Apply:Submit your resume and cover letter addressing your experience. Successful applicants will require valid working rights and must pass background checks.
Please note: We are acting as recruitment agents on behalf of our client. Employer details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.