About the Organisation
At Life Without Barriers, our mission is to enhance the lives of older Australians by providing personalised in-home Aged Care services. We focus on empowering every person to maintain their home comforts, health, and connections within their community.
Our Vision
We are a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in over 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. Our team is dedicated to breaking down barriers and creating a more inclusive society.
About The Role
As an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant, you will provide personalised support to older Australians in Townsville and surrounding suburbs. This role requires travel between clients' homes, with a willingness to travel up to a 60 km radius. Your working hours will be in between 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, occasional weekend work, with no evenings or sleepovers.
Key Responsibilities
* Domestic duties: vacuuming, mopping, washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, emptying bins, washing/ironing
* Preparation of meals and obtaining groceries on behalf of clients
* Assisting clients in organising medical appointments
* Be aware of safety issues and report hazards in the working environment
Requirements
* An Australian Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle with minimum third-party insurance
* Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships
* A current First Aid and CPR Certificate (must be obtained prior to employment)
Benefits
* Work independently whilst supported by a dedicated leadership team
* Simple and easy to use technology to record your timesheets and kilometres
* Supported career development with opportunities to learn and take on new challenges
* Part time hourly rate from $31.64 per hour + Super + .92 cents per kilometre
* Receive up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free through salary packaging benefits
This is a great opportunity for someone who is new to the industry and passionate about making a positive impact in our ageing community.