About our facility
Autumn Lodge Armidale is surrounded by tranquil, leafy gardens, our compassionate aged care home is warm and welcoming.
We’ve been supporting older people in Armidale for more than 60 years, so we’ve built strong ties with the local community.
With 110 residents in private rooms with shared communal spaces, our home is transitioning to Household Living – Uniting’s innovative approach to care – which empowers our residents to live their day, their way, just as you would in any family home.
What you’ll be doing in this role
* You’ll provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents living in our aged care home, to help support their independence and improve their quality of life.
* Providing daily living assistance such as showering, personal hygiene, dressing, help at mealtimes and with general mobility.
* Assisting with medication and simple wound dressings.
* Supporting residents in community-based recreational and social activities.
What We Offer You:
* A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
* Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
* Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
* Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
* A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
* A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career.
* Purchase of additional leave.
Who we’re looking for
* Ideally, you’ll have a Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or Individual Support or an equivalent qualification. If you’re not currently qualified and would like to be, then we can help you get there.
* You’ll have previous experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin your career in aged care if you’re studying or have recently become qualified.
* You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
How to apply
If this opportunity is of interest, then we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply’ button in this ad, fill out your details and submit. We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.
What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, and Reference Checks.
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