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UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality residential aged care, home care, and retirement services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Personal Carerto join our team at Woodlands Lodge Hostel in our Hunter Region.You will make a difference to our residents by facilitating positive health and well-being options for individuals, their families, and carers.
Duties will include (but not limited to): -
* Provision of a wide range of Person-Centred Care duties
* Assistance with medication (if you are assessed as medication competent) and wound dressing
* Assistance in daily living activities
* Working with each resident to continue to do the things they love
We are also willing to invest in training and offer you all the support you might need in order to succeed in your role.
What you will need
* A Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support (or working towards)
* The ability to provide a wide range of person-centred care duties
* A desire and willingness to work with each resident to empower them to continue to do the things that they love
* Care skills that are driven by compassion
* Experience in Aged Care desirable
* Team player who is highly motivated
* Availability to work various shifts across various days
Why work for us
* Competitive pay with salary packaging options (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax-free)
* Access to a Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
* Retention bonus for permanent appointments
* Supportive and friendly work environment
* Flexible working arrangements for a great work/life balance
* Ongoing workplace education and support
* Make a real difference to your community and residents' lives
Pre-employment screening
The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to complete the following:
* National Criminal History Check
* Pre-Employment Checks
* Vaccination in accordance with UPA's Immunisation and Vaccination Policy
Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant's right to work in Australia.
If you wish to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. Please note that applications sent via email will not be accepted.
To learn more about UPA and explore our current job opportunities, visit our website at www.upa.org.au.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA's Recruitment Team atrecruitment@upa.org.au .
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UPA is a forward-looking, consumer-focused aged care provider built on the solid foundations of 80 years of Christian commitment. UPA welcomes all comers, in keeping with our philosophy that every person has the right to live in peace and dignity, with respect and security, irrespective of age. Our purpose is to offer care of the highest possible standard. Our Home Care Services assist older Australians in the community and help them to remain as independent as possible in the comfort, familiarity and security of their own home.
UPA is a forward-looking, consumer-focused aged care provider built on the solid foundations of 80 years of Christian commitment. UPA welcomes all comers, in keeping with our philosophy that every person has the right to live in peace and dignity, with respect and security, irrespective of age. Our purpose is to offer care of the highest possible standard. Our Home Care Services assist older Australians in the community and help them to remain as independent as possible in the comfort, familiarity and security of their own home.
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Perks and benefits Competitive Remuneration Wellness Program Retention Bonus Employee Assistance Program Workplace Education & Support Work/Life Balance AHPRA Registration & Platinum Membership with ACN Make a Difference
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