Aged Care and Disability Support Worker / Care Giver (PCA)
Caregivers are at the heart of what we do, so if you are a kind, caring and compassionate individual who is passionate about Making Lives Better ..
Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you
Nurse Next Door is a certified
Great Place to Work
. We are looking to build our care team with a variety of experienced carers.
We are dedicated to delivering flexible in-home care options to those in the aged care and disability sector, helping people to live more fulfilling lives both at home and in the broader community.
We Make Lives Better every day for our clients and care team through our 4 core values:
WOW Customer Experience
Find a Better Way
Passionate About Making a Difference
About the Role
Making Lives Better and Happier Ageing are at the heart of what we do, enabling members of our ageing and disabled community to live a fulfilling life at home as long as possible, doing what they love to do.
We provide around-the-clock care, so visits may be scheduled early morning, afternoon, evening, or overnight to meet our client's needs.
Responsibilities
Provide a premium care experience to our clients that is genuine, compassionate and personalised
Assist clients with activities of daily living including personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transport and companionship
Deliver care in accordance with the client's care plan that has been developed by the Care Designer (Registered Nurse)
Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly.
Complete records and documentation accurately and thoroughly.
Participate in the "Making Lives Better" Employee Rewards program (a wellness program including discounts and cash back at hundreds of retailers)
Work with a supportive and dynamic team
Ongoing training
Skills & Experience
Passionate about making a difference.
A self-led leader with the ability to take responsibility for their own behaviour & success.
Coachable
Previous caregiving experience is an asset.
Must be able to speak and write in English. Other languages will be an asset
Ability to identify and report client care concerns to Care Designers when needed.
Reliable way to get to and from the client's homes.
Drivers with their own vehicle will be an asset
Mandatory Requirements
Enrolled or Completed a minimum Cert III in either Aged care, Community, Individual Support or Disability, or extensive industry experience
National Police Check (Aged Care/ Vulnerable Persons Sector)
Working With Children Check
NDIS Worker Orientation Module Completion
NDIS Worker Screener Clearance
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Everyone should be able to live at home, even if it means getting a little help. Nurse Next Door home care matches trusted, qualified, local nurses and caregivers to your needs, supporting Australians to maintain their independence in their own home, on their own terms. From assistance with daily life activities to social and community participation or home care nursing to maintain optimal health, prevent illness and increase comfort, Nurse Next Door's extraordinary family of nurses and caregivers offer a personalised tailored plan to match the unique needs of each individual.
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