Uniting Gerringong is seeking a Part Time Homemaker to join our team. Supporting the smooth operation of our household and leading a team to deliver resident-directed care.
* Part Time role
* Join a supportive team environment
* Opportunity to work for one of Australia's leading aged care providers
* If you are an Enrolled Nurse (EN) looking to transition into a Homemaker role, we would love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing In This Role
Our Uniting Household Model of Care empowers our residential care teams with the freedom to support residents in ways that help them maintain a sense of meaning and purpose in their day.
Your Other Primary Responsibilities Will Include
* Managing queries and feedback from residents and their families, your co-workers and other service providers
* Monitoring equipment to ensure that it's in safe working order and arranging maintenance and repairs when needed
* Tracking supplies and consumables and re-ordering as needed in line with budgets
* Assisting residents with daily living activities and personal care, always making their dignity and independence a top priority
* Working for the continuous improvement of our service to ensure it's the best it can be, in line with Aged Care Accreditation Standards
Who We're Looking For
* You'll have a Certificate IV in Aged Care or equivalent qualification.
* Ideally, you'll have previous supervisory experience in aged or community care, but if you're experienced within a similar industry, we'd love to hear from you too.
* You'll need to be adaptable and resourceful and be able to live our values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness every day.
* You'll be experienced in using client/data management systems.
* You may hold these additional certifications (highly regarded but not essential):
o Assist Clients with Medication (HLTHPS006)
o Recognise Healthy Body Systems (HLTAP301B)
o Provide Support to People Living with Dementia (CHCAGE005)
What We Offer You
* A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
* Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
* Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
* Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
* A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
* A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
* Purchase of additional leave
We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.
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