Job Description
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable individual to provide personalized home care support to older Australians in Cairns. As a Home Care Assistant, you will travel between clients' homes, ensuring they can continue living independently in their own homes.
The role involves providing domestic assistance, such as light house cleaning and meal preparation, as well as personal care inclusive of showering, daily hygiene, and monitoring of health and wellbeing.
You will also be responsible for community access to medical appointments and social activities, providing support with daily tasks and routines, and building positive relationships with clients and their families.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* An Australian Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle with minimum third-party insurance
* Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships
* Passionate about making a positive impact in our ageing community
* A current First Aid and CPR Certificate (must be obtained prior to employment)
Benefits
* Part Time hourly rate from $32.74 + Super
* Access to Fitness Passport – a workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a choice of gyms and pools across your area
* Access to discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, cinemas, restaurants and more
* Get reimbursed .99 cents per kilometre travelled while you work
About Us
We are a leading social purpose organisation dedicated to breaking down barriers and enhancing the lives of older Australians. Our personalised in-home Aged Care services focus on empowering every person to maintain their home comforts, health, and connections within their community.