Family Healthcare Support Worker - IrympleThe Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas.Family Healthcare Support Worker - Regional Victoria, IrympleAmazing opportunity to make a difference in your communitySupportive office-based team and on-going training providedCasual employment at classification HCE41 - Home Care Emp Level 4, Year 1Fabulous employee benefits including salary packaging and access to discounted fitness membershipsAbout the RoleThe purpose of this role is to provide support to children with complex medical needs in their home environment or other appropriate settings. The provision of this support allows parents the time to rest and attend to other responsibilities whilst their child is safely cared for by a trained Support Worker.You will be responsible for:Providing care dependent on the individualized patient needs as per the parameters in their care plan, which may include personal care, specific medical interventions, giving tube feeds and medicationsIf appropriate, supporting children to access activities, education, and community outingsMaintaining the safety and well-being of the child as outlined in the child specific training manual and report any concerns to the parentsCompleting documentation of care delivered during support shifts as requiredEstablishing relationships with child and family that recognise professional boundariesYour skills and experience:Strong ability to complete verbal and written assessments delivered in EnglishAbility to travel independentlyInterpersonal skills and professional demeanourEfficient computer skills and the ability to enter data accuratelyRelevant qualification at nationally accredited certificate level 3 or equivalentFirst Aid to a basic certificate levelPrevious experience in supporting children with medical complexityOther requirements:Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtainValid Working with Children CheckCurrent NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtainCompliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedureApplication processTo apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly!For more information about this position please contact Jessica Russo, Administration Coordinator Ph: Email: Why work at the RCH?RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community, and people with disabilities.