Aged Care Home & Community Assistant (Female)At Life Without Barriers, we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e), and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and we ask that only Female applicants apply.About the OrganisationEnhance the lives of older Australians by joining the Life Without Barriers team.
Guided by each client's individual needs and interests, our personalised in-home Aged Care services focus on empowering individuals to maintain their home comforts, health, and community connections.Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation with 8,000 employees working across more than 500 communities in Australia.
We support children, young people, families, people with disabilities, older adults, and individuals experiencing mental health issues.
We also work with homeless populations, refugees, and asylum seekers.
Join a community dedicated to breaking down barriers.We aim to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure personalized support.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals with disabilities.About the RoleAs an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant, you will provide personalised support to enable older Australians to remain independent within their homes while positively impacting their community.This is a casual role with working hours between 7 am and 6 pm, Monday to Friday, with no evening or sleepover shifts.
Shift durations can start from 2 hours.
The successful candidate should be willing to travel, supporting clients around Queanbeyan and nearby suburbs, with travel times up to 45 minutes between clients.Key ResponsibilitiesDomestic assistance such as meal preparation and light cleaningPersonal care including grooming and showeringFacilitating community access to medical appointments and social activitiesSupporting clients with daily tasks and routinesBuilding positive relationships with clientsSkills & ExperiencePassion for positively impacting the ageing communityCertificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability, or similar) is highly regardedAustralian Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle with minimum third-party insuranceStrong communication skills to build and maintain positive relationshipsCurrent First Aid and CPR certificates (must be obtained prior to employment)Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including a National Criminal History Record Check and an Aged Care Statutory Declaration, to ensure client safety.Ability to work independently with support from a dedicated leadership teamUser-friendly technology for recording timesheets and travel kilometresOpportunities for career development and learningClear frameworks and policies providing guidance and supportCasual hourly rate from $39.55 per hour plus Super and $0.99 per kilometre traveledPotential to receive up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free through salary packagingPaid time for two full days to complete inductionOpportunities for national development and progressionHow to ApplyPlease include your resume and cover letter in one document, click 'Apply,' and follow the prompts.
For inquiries, contact Rianne Gifford at (emailprotected).Applicants with disabilities requiring adjustments to the recruitment process or application format can visit / for information on accessibility and inclusion.Application deadline: Midnight, Tuesday, 20 May 2025
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