About the Role
Are you looking to make a difference in someone's life? As an Aged Care Worker, you will have the opportunity to do just that. Our KinCare team is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team in Morphett Vale.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
* Cleaning homes to ensure older people live in a safe and beautiful environment
* Assisting with meal preparation and shopping
* Providing social support and transport to lifestyle activities
* Personal care including getting customers up, showered, and dressed for the day, managing medications, assisting with mobility and therapy goals
* Providing respite and emotional support
* Social support and transport to appointments
* Providing complex care for customers with high care needs, such as dementia
Why Work with KinCare?
* We are committed to improving the quality of life and wellbeing for our customers through tailored in-home care services.
* Guaranteed hours close to home as a permanent part-time employee.
* Your well-being is our priority; we believe that you can't care for others if you don't look after yourself.
* Extensive paid training and a culture of continuous learning to ensure you know what's expected and have opportunities to learn.
* Accelerated learning programs to gain professional qualifications (Cert 3).
* Paid CPR and First Aid courses.
* Paid kilometres, phone allowance, and discounts on car maintenance.
* Free uniform and shoe allowance.
* Support at every step of your employment journey with KinCare.
What We Look for in a Care Worker
* Experience of 6 months or more in a similar role, including experience with personal care, manual handling, hoist training, and medications – no certifications or qualifications necessary.
* You care about assisting our aged community so they can live independently at home for longer.
* A current P1 class or above Australian Drivers License and a registered vehicle – travel is part of the role.
* You are able to remain calm under pressure and not take things personally.
* You are available to work at least 3 days – Monday to Friday.
* You are comfortable working independently and finding solutions to everyday problems, knowing when to ask your Manager for help.