Established in 1840, Australian Unity is Australia’s first wellbeing company, delivering health, wealth and care services for our members and the community.
Are you an experienced support worker passionate about helping elderly people live independently in their own homes? We are looking for skilled and compassionate individuals to join our team and provide high-quality care to our elderly customers (65+ years).
Do you meet these minimum requirements?
* Hold a current Australian Driver’s Licence with your own car - sorry but we can't accept International licences or shared/rental vehicles
* Have paid experience as a Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing and/or hold a relevant aged care qualification
* Live near Mackay to service Mackay and surrounding area
* Available to work a minimum of 3 days between Monday to Sunday - the more days you are available, the higher contract hours we can offer!
* Available to work up to 8pm for evening coverage
* Commitment to our awesome paid 2-week Brilliant@Basics training when you start! (Get ready to learn, grow, and be supported)
* Know this is NOT a vacancy for Disability or to work in facility/nursing home
If you're saying 'YES' to these, we'd love to have you join us!
What this role offers:
Available Roles: Personal Carers with 12+ months experience and/or aged care qualification
Contract Type: Permanent Part-Time
Hourly Rate: $34.77 - $34.93 per hour + super + 92c km allowance + paid travel time
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Personal Care: Helping our clients with showering, dressing, medication reminders, and mobility support
* Domestic Support: Providing assistance with household tasks like cleaning, laundry, cooking, and shopping - this plays a big part of your role
* Companionship: Being a friendly face and offering emotional support to clients – you’ll become someone they look forward to seeing!
* Transporting & Social Support: Taking clients to appointments, outings, and social activities, allowing them to live their best life
Why you'll love working with us:
* Job security – Guaranteed minimum hours with the option to boost your income through Flex-Up shifts (applicable for permanent contracts only)
* Extra leave just for you - Wellbeing days, cultural exchange leave, community leave etc
* Parental leave – Up to 14 weeks paid, equally for all parents
* Employee perks – Discounts on health, insurance, travel, and more
* 2 weeks paid training and induction
* Uniform and mobile phone provided
How to Apply:
* Click Apply Now to start making a real difference in people's lives!
* Complete your career profile and upload your resume.
* After you've submitted your application & meet the initial criteria, the next step in our recruitment process is a short questionnaire (HireVue) - Just a quick way for us to get to know you a bit better
Note: No visa sponsorship available.
Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people. To view our Reconciliation Action Plan, please click https://www.australianunity.com.au/about-us/reconciliation-action-plan
At Australian Unity, you’ll support older Australians to maintain their independence so they can enjoy living at home for longer.