About Us:At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4,600staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on theBEST philosophy -Believe, Excel, Support and Trust- underpinned by our values ofKindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - Why choose Uniting AgeWell - GeelongAbove awardhourly ratesSalary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650annuallyAnnual Leave loadingCareer pathways, education and training opportunitiesComprehensive Employee Assistance Programavailable 24/7 for our staffEnhanced Parental LeaveoptionsLocation options - move within ourUniting AgeWell network(Victoria and Tasmania)Not for profit,values-basedorganisationAbout the role:Join Our Team as a Home Care Worker - Make a Difference in Your CommunityWe are looking for compassionate and reliable Home Care Workers to support clients living independently in their own homes. If you're passionate about helping others and want to make a real impact in your local community, we'd love to hear from you. Applicants must be available to work Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from 7:30 AM. Ideally, we're seeking individuals who can work Monday to Friday, but availability on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday is non-negotiable.Current Positions Available In:Bellarine Peninsula region: Drysdale, Portarlington, and St LeonardsCentral Geelong region: From Lara through to TorquayHome Care Workersprovide direct care and domestic assistance duties, as well as social support and transport as required for clients. You will: Ensure that client's rights, cultural, spiritual and other individual needs are incorporated in all aspects of care and daily livingWork within a multidisciplinary team, provide effective support to clients, recognise changes in clients' conditions and escalate observations and concerns in accordance with Uniting AgeWell processesPromote and participate in quality activities, and provide outstanding customer service maintaining friendly, supportive and professional relationships with clients, their relatives and friendsSupport colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertiseMust have your own car (registered in your own name), valid insurance and a currentVictoriandriver's licenceAbout you:You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents/clients, enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices.This is the place for you if you have:Certificate III/IV or equivalent in Individual Support (Aged or Disability) or equivalent (or currently studying a Diploma in Nursing or Bachelor of Nursing)Current First Aid and CPR certificatesCurrent and valid VictorianDriver's LicenceExperience in a home care setting or providing domestics support is desirableKnowledge in community care with a commitment to high standards of care for clients and their familiesUnderstanding of client directed careThrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactionsAre committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BESTway of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)Essentials for working in Aged Care:A current Working With Children Check cardCurrent and ongoing flu vaccinationsAustralian working rightsAbility to pass a national police clearance and NDIS ClearanceMake a positive difference in your community - apply now!Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.In applying for these roles, you acknowledge you understate the inherent requirements of the role listed in the following position description(s): Home Care Worker PD 2024.pdf For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at. Please note the position and location.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!