Support Workers – Kempsey area
* Leading Aged Care, Disability, and Community Services provider
* Ideal work-life balance
* Salary packaging + meals entertainment
* Rewarding work in supporting clients to maintain their independence
* Work with people that truly value you
* Sleepover available
Omnicare is a 100% local, not-for-profit organisation supporting people in our communities. With a vision for inclusive communities, Omnicare empowers clients and carers with innovative client-directed care. Operating across the Mid North Coast, we are growing rapidly and need your help
We currently have vacancies in our Care Team for experienced, qualified casual Support Workers, located across the Mid North Coast.
As a member of the Omnicare Care Team, you will be required to promote and assist in maintaining peoples' independence in their home and community in accordance with the WISER principles. You will provide consistent quality services in accordance with the client's support needs, including transport, personal and domestic services, and contribute to care planning to meet the changing needs of clients. You will be passionate about client focused care and have a genuine kind, caring nature.
To be successful in this position, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to meet each of the essential criteria outlined.
Selection Criteria
* Capacity to work in the Kempsey area
* Minimum of Certificate III in Individual support or related discipline
* Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
* Current NSW Driver's licence and reliable registered vehicle
* Proven ability to work autonomously
* NDIS Workers Screening check and Working with Children Check (WWCC)
* Commitment to Consumer Directed care and completing training in the WISER Approach to Community Care
* Physical capacity to perform manual handling tasks
* Demonstrated experience of working with vulnerable people within the community using a person-centered approach
* Excellent customer service skills
* Possess a smartphone or device suitable for community-based work
Successful applicants will demonstrate highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including clients, carers, family members and staff. Support Workers promote Omnicare's mission and principles working within Omnicare's Code of Conduct, and client's support plan.
Omnicare's Support Workers receive training in the WISER approach and will use this along with their existing knowledge in Aged Care and Disability Standards and Consumer Directed Care principles to care for our clients.
To apply for this position, submit a copy of your cover letter and resume meeting the Selection Criteria and outlining your skills and experience.
If you have any queries relating to this role, please email or phone