Care Aide, Overnight Respite Cottage – Peel – WA
We have an immediate opportunity for an experienced and passionate community support worker to join Silverchain in the position ofCare Aide at our Overnight Respite Cottage on a casual basis.
We are seeking applicants who are available to work 4:00pm to 09:00amto support with preparation of an evening meal and breakfast, supervision and standby assistance with personal care and medication support.
Our Care Aides deliver exceptional care and support to our clients, enhancing and encouraging their ability to participate in their own care to maintain their independence. You will be required to have a full clean drivers license for this role and be comfortable to drive our van/bus for transporting clients. Some support work in the community will also be required.
What's on offer
$36.85per hour + penalties + super.
Travel allowance of $1.03per k/m.
Provided with a mobile phone for work purposes.
Discounts from several retailers, health insurance & fitness providers etc. incl. HBF, Medibank and NIB.
Social club discounts - cheaper tickets to events & attractions incl. Theatre shows, Zoo, Aqwa, Scitech, Adventure World and more.
Several recognition and education support programs available.
Referral Scheme – receive $250 e-voucher, for each friend or family member you refer, whocommenceswork withSilverchain.
What we're looking for
Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, HACC, Disability is highly desirable, although not essential.
Those with a relevant Certificate will require a minimum of 3 months relevant care worker experience. Those without a relevant Certificate will require a minimum of 6+ months relevant care worker experience (FTE).
Experience working in a home care/community setting.
A valid Drivers' License with unrestricted access to a registered vehicle which is appropriately insured and in good condition, is essential.
Ability and willingness to work autonomously in the community, travelling from home to home, referring to a digital schedule and care plan, via a mobile app, will be essential.
Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills are essential.
Therole
Deliverhighqualitycare and support that promotes client independence.
Provide personal care,including:Showering, Grooming and Toileting
Assistwith medication asrequired.
Prepare meals and support clients with nutrition needs.
Provide domesticassistanceand general housekeeping.
Offer social support and community engagement.
Follow a predetermined schedule while travelling between clients' homes.
Use a mobile app to access and follow digital schedules and care plans independently.
Maintain unrestricted access to a reliable vehicle for travel between visits.
Why chooseSilverchain
Everyone atSilverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care.It'sa team effort. Best Careis carethat is safe, personal,connectedand effective.
We are proudly one of the few Australianhomecare providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility.
As anot for profitorganisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.
We'llalso provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.
How to apply
Tosubmityour application, click 'Apply'.
At Silver Chain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.
Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be accepted. We reserve the right tocommencethe recruitment process and extend or withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date.
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