* Part time permanent positions available
* Positive and supportive work environment
* $29.94 to $34.76 per hour + $0.99 per km and travel time
Uniting is one of the largest and most trusted not-for-profit providers of aged care in Australia. Each year, we support around 10,000 people to stay independent in their homes and communities across NSW and the ACT. We value diversity and always welcome everyone, exactly as they are.
What you’ll be doing in this role:
In this role, you’ll provide care and companionship for older people living in their own homes, to help empower their independence and improve their quality of life in Wagga Wagga. You’ll be required to travel to client’s homes and communities, using your own car.
Key Responsibilities:
* Home Assistance: Housekeeping, grocery shopping and meal preparation.
* Personal care: Assisting with personal care, showering, dressing, mealtime support and medication administration.
* Transport: Providing transport for appointments, shopping trips, and social support activities.
Who we’re looking for:
* Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support or equivalent.
* Medication competency is highly desirable.
* Provisional or full Australian driver's license and access to a fully insured vehicle.
* Must be available weekends and some weekdays.
* Previous experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin your career in aged care.
* Flexible and prepared to help meet the changing needs and schedules of our home care clients.
* Empathetic and resourceful, able to embody Uniting’s values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
Benefits for you!
* Training & Development: Hands-on training, development, and mentoring with a leading provider.
* Positive Impact: Join an organisation that positively impacts clients and the community.
* Salary Packaging: Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 tax-free entitlements.
* Wellbeing programs: Including free 24/7 confidential counselling services for you and your family.
* Discounts: Exclusive discounts at major retailers (e.g.: Coles, Ampol, Samsung, NRMA, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, Avis, Qantas).
* Referral Program: Earn a $500 gift voucher each time you refer a new employee who stays for 2 months.
* Fitness Passport: Access to 865+ gyms, pools, and fitness centres across NSW and ACT for less than a standard gym membership.
Pre-employment Checks:
* A National Police Check
* Reference checks
* Other pre-employment screenings
Ready to join us?
When you’re part of Uniting NSW & ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team making a difference in the world around them.
Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of children and young people.
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