Are you an experienced support worker passionate about helping elderly people live independently in their own homes? We are looking for skilled and compassionate individuals to join our team and provide high-quality care to our elderly customers (65+ years).
Do you meet these minimum requirements?
- Passionate about aged care – helping our elderly customers live independently in the comfort of their own homes
- Hold a current Australian Drivers' Licence with your own car (sorry, we cannot accept International licences or shared/rental vehicles)
- Fully Vaccinated (2 doses) for COVID-19
- Live in or near Maitland including surrounding suburbs Cliftleigh, Farley, Gillieston Heights, Heddon Greta, Hinton, Louth Park, Metford, Morpeth, Phoenix Park, Raworth, Telarah, Tenambit, Thornton, Telarah or Wallalong
- Know this is not a vacancy for Disability or to work in a facility/nursing home
If you're saying 'YES' to these, we'd love to have you join us
What this role offers:
- Available Roles: Open to Experienced candidates
- Contract Type: Permanent Part-Time
- Contract Hours: 20-40 hours per fortnight + flex up hours
- Hourly Rate: $31.74 - $33.00 per hour + 11.5% super + $0.92/km allowance + paid travel time
What You'll Be Doing:
- Personal Care: Assist with daily independence tasks such as showering, toileting & medication assistance, supervise daily hygiene & mobility support
- Domestic Assistance: Cleaning, vacuuming, laundry & meal prep - This is a big part of your role
- Transport & Social Support: Taking clients to appointments, outings & social activities, allowing them to live their best lives
What we're looking for:
- Flexibility: Availability Monday to Friday, Mornings & Evenings. Weekends dependant on business needs
- Commitment: To our paid 2-week Brilliant @ Basics Training when you start (Get ready to learn, grow & be supported)
- Professional Healthcare Experience is a requirement
Why you'll love working with us:
- Stability: Enjoy the security of a permanent part-time position with paid leave benefits
- Support: Fully paid induction and ongoing training to help you grow
- Perks: Additional leave options, employee discounts and 14 weeks of paid parental leave
- Career Development: Continuous learning and access to a traineeship program
How to Apply:
1. Click Apply Now to start making a real difference in people's lives
2. Complete your career profile and upload your resume.
3. After completing your application, you will receive a short Pre-Employment Questionnaire to help us get to know you better.
Alternatively reach out to Krystle at KCallaghan@australianunity.com.au for more information, and we'll guide you through the recruitment process.
Note: No visa sponsorship available.
Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people. To view our Reconciliation Action Plan, please click https://www.australianunity.com.au/about-us/reconciliation-action-plan