Be rewarded with more than just your pay when you work with us, as a member of our team, you will be eligible for our rewards program, this program gives you free access to fitness, financial, mindfulness and nutritional programs as well as cash back and discounts at over 400 stores including groceries and petrol to help reduce your cost of living. We also love to recognise our staff whenever they do a great job that goes above and beyond for our clients, especially when you've done this to align with our Values of being authentic, approachable, accountable, collaborative while always maintaining your integrity.
We provide high quality in-home care and assistance to our valued clients in the Riverina and Central West. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We provide care to those in aged care & post-operative care. Our services help clients remain safe and independent in their own homes.
About this role
We currently have positions available for reliable and passionate Care Workers to join our team providing care support in Wagga Wagga, NSW. You will need to be friendly, positive and demonstrate client-focused behaviour, showing empathy and treating others with dignity and respect. You'll also need to have a natural ability to build relationships that make a difference, be honest, helpful and dependable, making you a great asset to our team.
This is a casual to part-time position, initially starting on a casual basis with transition to part-time expected once regular shifts are allotted.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Working within a person-centred environment that respects the rights and needs of each client
* Assisting clients with personal hygiene, dressing and domestic duties
* Assisting clients with daily errands, companionship and support
* Providing support with academic, social or recreational activities
* Preparing food, feeding clients and administering medications
* Observing, caring and reporting any changes in the health and wellbeing of the client
* Responding to emergency situations
Key criteria:
* Certificate III in Individual Care or equivalent (essential)
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges
* National Police Check (valid within the last 3 years)
* NSW Working with Children Check
* Drivers Licence
* First Aid
* CPR Certificate (Valid within last 12 months)
If you don't have a Cert III but have great hands-on experience, we encourage you to apply.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, Public holidays, Weekend availability.
Benefits: Employee mentoring program, Penalty rates.