OverviewDiscover a career where care goes both ways
We are looking for passionate and caring individuals to make a difference in our Aged Care clients' lives by assisting them to live at home independently for as long as possible.
You will be travelling around the Wagga Wagga area and surrounding suburbs and will need to have some availability across 7 days, between 8am-5pm (preferably 3-5 days).
Location and Employment TypeLocation – Wagga Wagga and surroundsPermanent Part TimePay rate – $33.15 - $34.30 per hour + superannuationNot-for-profit employerResponsibilitiesGeneral household tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, ironing, cleaning the bathroom & kitchen, changing beds and washingTransport to appointments and shoppingMeal preparationSocial Support or Respite for family/carersPersonal care including assistance with showering and dressing (if qualified/fully trained)What you'll need to be successfulA kind heart and genuine passion for providing high quality care to the elderlyComfortable interacting with a wide variety of peopleGood communication skillsA reliable team playerUnderstanding of workplace health and safetyAn Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable insured motor vehicle (essential)Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent (not essential as you can complete this through our traineeship program)Willingness to apply for a Police CheckWhat we can offerCompetitive hourly pay rate + Km reimbursement (99c per Km) + paid travel timeNot-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less taxFitness Passport discounted gym benefitsPaid Parental leaveLong Service leave after 5 yearsAdditional week of leave for Enterprise Agreement shift workers40+ locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to moveA values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgroundsCatholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream.
We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation.
We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.We're seeking to fill this opportunity directly.
If recruitment agencies are engaged, we will be in touch if we need assistance.
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