Social Support Worker
About the Role:
We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Social Support Worker to join our team. As a Social Support Worker, you will play a vital role in assisting our clients to live independently in their own homes for as long as possible. You will be responsible for providing personal care, household tasks, and social support to our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide personal care including assistance with showering and dressing (if qualified/fully trained)
* General household tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, ironing, cleaning the bathroom & kitchen, changing beds and washing
* Transport to appointments and shopping
* Meal preparation
* Social Support or Respite for family/carers
Requirements:
* A kind heart and genuine passion for providing high-quality care to the elderly
* Comfortable interacting with a wide variety of people
* A reliable team player
* Understanding of workplace health and safety
* An Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable insured motor vehicle (essential)
* Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent (preferred but not essential)
What We Offer:
* Competitive hourly pay rate + Km reimbursement (99c per Km) + paid travel time
* Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax
* Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
* Paid Parental leave
* Long Service leave after 5 years
* 40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to move
About Us:
We are a values-based organization that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued, and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or disability.