Community workers (aged care): launceston

Overview

No experience or qualification required. Get paid to work and study! Supportive environment. School-friendly days and hours available. Working with elderly clients in their homes to support them with daily tasks.

Key Features

• What is the perfect way to start your healthcare career? - This opportunity!
• No experience is required!
• Fantastic working conditions and entitlements
• Work with a fantastic team across the Launceston area
• Full on-the-job training provided.
• Get paid to study your Certificate III in Individual Support whilst working and gaining experience.
• Hourly rate starts at $24.830 (part time)
• All training is paid for, including attending training days, including enrolment costs.
• Working with aged care clients in their homes (community)
• MUST HOLD A VALID TAS DRIVER'S LICENCE AND REGISTERED VEHICLE

Training and Support

Step into a fully supported and trained position, where you will work and study for over 12 months to gain your qualification. You will be partnered with a workplace Buddy/Mentor who will work with you to train you on the job, support and guide you. You will also receive support from the Leadership Team, Learning and Development Team, Registered Training Organisation, and Ternary throughout your traineeship and general employment.

What we are seeking

• Have a great attitude
• Be reliable
• Willingness to learn and work
• Ability to pass a National Police Check (be willing to obtain it if you don't have this)
• TAS Driver's licence, reliable vehicle, and insurance
• Be a Permanent Resident, an NZ or Australian Citizen
• Have regular availability
• Ability to pass a fitness assessment
• Clear communication skills
• Desire to care for and help the elderly

Shifts

Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm - flexibility to fit within your hours, i.e. school friendly hours. Shift durations vary, from 1 hour to 4 hours, and we work with you to build a full day of work, seeing clients back to back.

Services / Tasks

• Domestic assistance (cleaning)
• Socialisation
• Meal preparation
• Personal Care (showering, dressing, grooming)
• Bed making, room tidying up
• Ability to listen, build a report, and work with a range of clients and other staff