About the role
Our client is looking for a friendly, experienced Personal Support Worker who is motivated and ready to join our amazing team to assist our clients with independent living within their own home. This ensures clients receive services and support to maintain a safe, independent and high quality of life.
Key responsibilities
* Domestic Support
* Personal Care
* Transport
* Shopping
* Medication administration
* Respite Care
* Socialisation
* Other support tasks
Essential Qualifications
* Certificate III Individual Support (Aged Care/Home & Community) (or higher) or similar – highly desirable
* Australian Driver's Licence
* Motor vehicle (car) with current registration and full comprehensive insurance that can be used for work purposes. Vehicle must undergo completion of quarterly vehicle check.
* Copies of licence, registration and insurance must be provided prior to commencement and upon renewal.
* Mobile phone (smart phone) – it is the responsibility of the carer to ensure the phone is switched on, charged and has sufficient credit, including data, at all times during work time.
* Medication skill set – highly desirable.
* Experience in the delivery of care outcomes for older people.
* Experience in achieving outcomes and skill development.
* Sound level skills in office systems, procedures, documentation and record keeping.
* Ability to work with limited supervision.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders.
* Flexibility in work and thought processes to be able to multitask on a variety of diverse work types at the same time.
Personal Attributes
* High ethical standard, is trustworthy and confidential.
* Works well individually and as a team member.
* Has consideration and respect for others and their views.
* Shows respect for cultural diversity in all communications and interactions with co‑workers and consumers.
* Adapts to changing environments and demands.
* Enthusiastic, energetic, projects a positive image.
* Good attention to detail, efficiency and effectiveness.
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