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Posted 4 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.
Up to $34.19 per hour plus super, penalties and NFP tax benefits.
AM, PM & Night Duty shifts on offer. Lots of ND availability.
About Uniting Salamander Bay
Uniting Salamander Bay is situated in beautifully landscaped gardens just moments from the sparkling waters of its namesake. Household Living – our innovative approach to care empowers our residents to live their day, their way, just as they would in any family home.
There are three separate households, each with up to 20 residents, including a secure Memory Support Unit for people living with dementia. Our Uniting Homemaker ensures that the community is thriving and doing meaningful and enjoyable things.
What you'll be doing in this role
* You'll provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents living in our aged care home to help support their independence and improve their quality of life.
* Providing daily living assistance such as showering, personal hygiene, dressing, help at mealtimes and general mobility.
* Assisting with medication and simple wound dressings.
* Supporting residents in community-based recreational and social activities.
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 programme 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.
Who we're looking for
* Ideally, you'll have a Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support or an equivalent qualification. If you're not qualified and would like to be, we can help you get there.
* You'll have previous experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin your career in aged care if you're studying or have recently become qualified.
* You'll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and you will be able to live Uniting's everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.
Who is Uniting?
When you're part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you're part of a diverse, purpose‐led team that is truly making a difference to the world around them. We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people of all ages and stages of life, focusing on those experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
How to apply
If this opportunity interests you, we'd love to hear from you. Just click on the 'Apply' button in this ad, fill out your details and submit. We encourage applications from people who identify as part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check and Reference Checks.
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