Join the 100-year old Respect business at a time of expansion – we have recent clients joining us every week.
You will form part of a collaborative, agile team with a refreshing approach and culture, as we strive to support our clients to 'live life as they choose'.
About us
As a proud not for profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community.
Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging.
Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a well-lived life, with dignity and respect.
Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania.
Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.
About the role
The Home Care Assistant delivers individual, personalised care and assistance to clients so that they may continue to live in their home and focus on their quality of life.
The Home Care Assistant's responsibilities may include:
monitoring and communicating client condition
transportation
house cleaning
personal hygiene
meal preparation
other health and wellness related activities
As a Home Care Assistant, you will demonstrate a commitment to best practice care and ensure that all in-home care is provided in a personalised, caring and respectful way in accordance with Respect's policy and procedures and aligned to the client care plans, goals and health outcomes.
Requirements
To be successful in the role, applicants will need to demonstrate:
A genuine passion to make a difference in aged care community services
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Respect for all, regardless of background, gender, age, religion, race, or sexual orientation
Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing and computer skills
A flexible approach – we flex with you
Confident using electronic communication and applications – We keep you up to date with information and work with you to learn the systems
COVID vaccination – a must have in the Home Care industry
Valid CPR and First Aid
Certificate III in Ageing, Certificate III in Individual Support or similar qualification
Full driver's license and suitable transportation
Ability to provide client transportation
Available on Monday to Friday, and occasionally on weekends
Possibility to work later shifts (until 8:00 p.m.)
Benefits
What we can offer you:
Competitive salary and conditions, not-for-profit salary packaging
Chance to build a career that promotes within – a 'People first' culture
Paid travel time and kilometers
Proactive learning & development plus paid training and induction – your training hours paid
Flexible work arrangements and have a genuine opportunity to make a positive impact on the community
Our purpose
To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.
Our Values
Respect
- Treat all people with fairness and dignity
Care
- Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
Teamwork
- Encourage, cooperate, and build trust
Courage
- Do the right thing, even when it's difficult
Integrity
- Be open, honest, and trustworthy
Innovation
- Think differently to solve problems
Excellence
- Drive quality to continuously improve
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