Overview
Are you an Extended Care Assistant looking for a recent challenge in your career? Do you have a passion for helping others but want a change? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are actively seeking skilled and compassionate ECAs to join our team at Southern Cross Care Tasmania. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for helping others and supporting individuals in need of extended care. This is a casual position at our residential care facility in Low Head (close to George Town).
The Opportunity
We have casual positions available for qualified Extended Care Assistants at our residential care facility in Low Head (close to George Town).
What you’ll do
The Care Worker will deliver individual care that includes, but is not limited to:
- Assisting with personal care
- Medications
- Nutrition & hydration
- General tidying and cleaning
- Assisting with lifestyle or wellness activities
- Any assistance or support required with other residential care needs within scope of training and skills
What you’ll need
- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support
- Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards (or the ability to acquire this)
- Satisfactory national police check within the last three months
- Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People registration with NDIS endorsement
- If you are on a visa, a copy of your current IMMI Letter
What’s on Offer
- Salary packaging up to $18,550 per FBT year
- Free Parking
- Training and professional development opportunities
About Us
When you choose Southern Cross Care Tasmania you are choosing a team who is passionate about people and their quality of life. For over 50 years we have been caring for our community, making a difference in the lives of those we care for as well as those that work for us. Southern Cross Care (Tas.) Inc. is a charitable service founded by the Knights of the Southern Cross. It is Tasmania’s leading aged care provider and is one of the State's largest employers with over 1100 full and part time employees. Residential Care Facilities are located in Hobart, Launceston, George Town and Somerset with a varied choice of locations in the two major cities. Independent living options to suit every retirement choice are available in all major centres as well as the peaceful, semi rural town of Westbury. A variety of Home Care services are available state wide.
How to Apply
Your application will include the following questions:
1. Do you have a Certificate III/IV in Individual Support?
2. Have you previously worked as an Extended Care Assistant in a Residential facility?
3. Are you comfortable working long hours including weekends and holidays?
4. Do you have experience working with elderly patients or those with special needs?
5. Do you possess CPR and First Aid certification or are willing to be certified?
6. All applicants for roles based within Australia will be required to consent to a background check. These industry-wide checks are intended to help everyone feel more confident that the profession hires people that live by our values and are committed to service for our customers, communities, and each other. Please confirm your consent to completing a Background Check as part of the hiring process.
7. Do you have any current, pending criminal convictions?
8. Do you have full working rights?
9. Do you require visa sponsorship?
10. Do you agree with the privacy policy?
Southern Cross Care (Tas.) Inc. is a charitable service founded by the Knights of the Southern Cross. It is Tasmania’s leading Aged Care provider and is also one of the State\'s largest employers with over 1100 full and part time employees. Residential Care Facilities are located in Hobart, Launceston, George Town and Somerset with a varied choice of locations in the two major cities. All of these facilities are proud to have achieved current three year Accreditation status. Independent living options to suit every retirement choice are available in all major centres as well as the peaceful, semi rural town of Westbury. A variety of Home Care services are available state wide.
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📌 Extended Care Assistant
🏢 Southern Cross Care (Tas
📍 George Town