Carer
Afternoon shifts available - 24 hrs a fortnight
Empower Lives with Compassion and Care: Join BaptistCare Orana
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians? BaptistCare Orana in Point Clare is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals for Care Service Employee (Carer) positions, to suit your lifestyle and availability.
About BaptistCare Orana Centre
Located in the beautiful Central Coast suburb of Point Clare, Orana Centre has comfortable living at its heart. It's dotted with private sitting rooms, barbeque areas, landscaped gardens and numerous courtyards for residents and their families and friends to enjoy. Point Clare's amenities are always close at hand to residents, who come to us for a range of care services including dementia care and respite care services. Locally loved, we have been committed to serving the Central Coast community since 1973.
Your Role
As a Care Service Employee, you will play a vital role in supporting residents to live well by providing high‐quality, person‐centred care. You will build genuine connections and contribute to the wellbeing, dignity, and comfort of each resident.
Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
* Partnering with residents to help them achieve their goals through the implementation of individual care plans.
* Demonstrating kindness and respect while assisting with personal and daily care, including showering, shaving, dressing, general cleaning, mobility support, meals, and activities of interest.
* Supporting resident independence by understanding the things that matter most to them and their families.
* Reporting progress, changes, requests, or concerns to your supervisor or manager in a timely manner.
Why Join Us?
At BaptistCare, we believe that our employees are the heart of our organisation. We are committed to providing a positive, inclusive workplace where you feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow.
You will have access to:
* Opportunities for professional growth and career development
* In‐house and online training programs
* Fitness Passport
* Supportive, friendly team environment
* Family‐friendly benefits, including wellbeing programs
* Salary packaging options to increase your take‐home pay
Essential Qualifications & Experience
To be successful in this role, you will:
* Hold a Certificate III in Aged Care or be undertaking Undergraduate Registered Nursing studies
* Be physically able to carry out duties safely and efficiently
* Have basic technology/computer skills and a willingness to participate in ongoing education
* Be able to understand and communicate effectively in English
* Communicate respectfully with residents, families, and team members
* Demonstrate an understanding of BaptistCare's Christian identity and model our values in your daily work
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading purpose‐led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know that life's challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That's what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about enriching the lives of others and meet the essential criteria, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Successful candidates will undergo background checks, including a police check via our online system. Closing date is subject to change without notice.
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