33.05-35.89ph + Super + Salary packagingAt Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4,600 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.orgWhy choose Uniting AgeWellAbove award hourly ratesSalary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annuallyAnnual Leave loadingCareer pathways, education and training opportunitiesComprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staffEnhanced Parental Leave optionsLocation options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)Not for profit, values-based organisationAbout the role:Home Care Workers provide direct care and domestic assistance duties, as well as social support and transport as required for clients.These roles will see you supporting clients in Reservoir, Preston, Epping, Tullamarine, Craigieburn, Sunbury, Wollert, Greensborough, Diamond Creek and surrounding communities. You will:Ensure that client’s rights, cultural, spiritual and other individual needs are incorporated in all aspects of care and daily livingWork within a multidisciplinary team, provide effective support to clients, recognize changes in clients’ conditions and escalate observations and concerns in accordance with Uniting AgeWell processesPromote and participate in quality activities, and provide outstanding customer service maintaining friendly, supportive and professional relationships with clients, their relatives and friendsSupport colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertiseMust have your own car (registered in your own name), valid insurance and a current Victorian driver's licenceAbout you:You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents/clients, enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices.This is the place for you if you have:Certificate III/IV or equivalent in Individual Support (Aged or Disability) or equivalentCurrent First Aid and CPR certificatesCurrent and valid Victorian Driver's LicenceExperience in a home care setting or providing domestic support is desirableKnowledge in community care with a commitment to high standards of care for clients and their familiesUnderstanding of client directed careThrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactionsMust be able to work a minimum of 3 business daysAre committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)Essentials for working in Aged Care:A current Working With Children Check cardCurrent and ongoing flu vaccinationsAbility to pass a national police clearance and NDIS ClearanceMake a positive difference in your community – apply now!Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
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