Qualified Personal Care Worker - Hervey Bay
Up to $18,549 in salary packaging + Benefits
Churches of Christ, Fair Haven Aged Care Service Hervey Bay
Qualified Personal Care Worker
Permanent Part and Casual Opportunities
The Salary range is currently $32.25 to $33.31per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.
Location : Fair Haven Aged Care is located in a semi-rural part of Hervey Bay, on 40 beautiful acres offering cool breezes, walking paths and abundant birdlife. The vibrant beach side town has everything you need with alfresco cafes, shops, parklands, picnic areas and local medical services only a short drive away.
As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.
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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:
* Salary sacrificing benefits that can greatly increase take home pay;
* Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
* Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study;
* Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
o JB Hi-Fi,
o The Good Guys,
o Goodlife Health Clubs,
o Bupa Health,
o Plus, many more;
* Employee Assistance Program.
* A work culture that values you.
About the Role
Fairhaven Residential Aged Care is seeking dedicated and qualified Personal Care Workers to join our team to work 20 – 35 hours per fortnight. This role involves assisting elderly clients to live safely and with dignity while promoting their well-being and autonomy. We are looking for individuals who are committed to supporting our residents in a way that ensures they feel comfortable and respected in their home.
In this varied role, your day-to-day tasks may include:
* Participating in the development and review of resident/client care plans, including completing charting and reporting any observed changes of a resident's health to the Registered Nurse;
* Undertaking and completing a number of different tasks, as delegated by the Registered Nurse;
* Maintain the personal dignity and privacy of all residents, their representatives and staff, and ensuring that all interactions are treated confidentially;
* Support and assist in the provision of a comfortable, safe and secure environment.
What you can bring to the team
Personal Care workers in this position will be assisting residents in daily living activities that meet their individual physical, spiritual, social and cultural needs. This role offers variety, meaningful connections, and the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others every day.
As a compassionate natured individual, you are passionate about caring for our seniors. You will enjoy taking time to build relationships with our residents and getting to know them to provide the best possible care. You are a positive, reliable individual who works well with others and are happy to support your fellow team members.
To be suitable for the position, ideally you have:
* Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or Individual Support;
* Demonstrated solid experience in Aged Care;
* Willingness to work a variety of shifts, across a 7-day week;
* Current National Police Certificate or the ability to obtain.
Our Values
Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organizational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust and Wise Stewardship.
About us
We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.
To apply
To apply for this position please click the Apply button. For further information, please contact Jeff Davis on 07 4124 8955
We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions
Applications will be assessed as they are received.
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Churches of Christ is proud to provide help, care and home to more than 25,000 Australians across 100 communities each year.
With almost 4,000 employees across Queensland and Victoria, we're an experienced not-for-profit provider of 200 different retirement & aged care, foster & kinship care, family support, youth support, social housing and Christian faith services.
Guided by the light of Christ, we've been there for thousands of Australians who've needed our compassion and care for more than 100 years.
Churches of Christ is proud to provide help, care and home to more than 25,000 Australians across 100 communities each year.
With almost 4,000 employees across Queensland and Victoria, we're an experienced not-for-profit provider of 200 different retirement & aged care, foster & kinship care, family support, youth support, social housing and Christian faith services.
Guided by the light of Christ, we've been there for thousands of Australians who've needed our compassion and care for more than 100 years.
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