Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for Home Support Employees to join our vibrant, dynamic and driven team within the Community and Home Life Services Team on the Mid North Coast.
Benefits
* Flexible working options plus options to flex up hours
* Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
* Maxxia rewards including meals & entertainment card
* Refer a friend programme
* Career and development opportunities
* Access to Fitness Passport
* Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
* Paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
* Paid kilometres between consumers, 92c per km
* Up to 40% off school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
Role & Responsibilities
* Cleaning, cooking, shopping and other household chores
* Being responsive to consumers and families' usual routine and standards, including consulting with consumers to determine the schedule and method of delivery of home, lifestyle and care services outlined in the care plan.
* Working as a collaborative team member using open, transparent communication with the consumer, their family and other Anglican Care employees.
* Delivering care in a professional, person‐centred and age‐appropriate manner, respecting personal choice and autonomy as a customer of the service.
* Following individualised care and support plans promoting a focus on wellness, enablement and, where appropriate, timely and sensitive palliative care.
* Relating warmly to all consumers, respecting their dignity and self‐esteem, and maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
* Maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for consumers attending any of our Anglican Care community centres.
About You
* Previous experience within a similar support role
* Proven ability to deliver person‐centred care that respects the dignity and worth of the individual.
* An understanding of safe work practices, ideally proven experience in the use of appropriate manual handling techniques.
* Self‐motivated and able to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
* Current First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement).
* Current driver's licence with a comprehensively insured and reliable motor vehicle.
* You must have the right to work in Australia.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
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