* Looking for an opportunity to start your career in the aged care industry?
* Are you a student currently studying a relevant course and looking to gain practical experience? OR
* Are you looking for parent friendly hours?
WE HAVE LIMITED VACANCIES AVAILABLE!
Deliver in-home support services to our aged care customers (65 years old +) to help them live independently & remain within their own homes.
* Service area: Ballarat and surrounding suburbs
* Permanent hourly rate: ranging from $31.74p/h + super
* Travel Allowance: $0.92 per KM PLUS paid travel time between clients
* Contract: 30 hour per fortnight Permanent Part-Time contract for Personal Carer - New Entrant
Please note this is not a Disability or Residential Facility/Nursing Home position
Key Requirements:
* Availability to work Monday to Friday within the hours of 9am - 6pm (must be available to work a minimum of 3-4 shifts)
* Current Australian Driver’s Licence and ownership of a reliable comprehensive insured vehicle (International licence not accepted and rental/shared vehicles not accepted)
* Fully vaccinated (2) for Covid-19
* Ability to commit to our PAID 2 week (Monday to Friday) 'The Orientation Program' training and induction program when you first commence
Your key duties as a New entrant:
* Domestic assistance: light cleaning, laundry, meal preparation and general chores around the house
* Social support: emotional support and companionship within the home and unassisted shopping
* Administration: reporting and progress notes
We welcome applicants that have experience and/or qualification as a:
* Disability support worker
* Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
* Community Services worker
* Have been a caregiver for family/friend
Benefits:
* Roster flexibility
* Fully supported and paid induction program
* Additional leave days and leave options
* Discount to Australian unity products & Services + Fitness Passport
* 14 weeks paid parental leave
* Continuous Learning & Development, career opportunities and Employee recognition programs
* Traineeship program with all fees paid for eligible employees to upskill and obtain a formal qualification
+ many more employee benefits
Choose a career that is rewarding, in demand and where you can make a genuine difference in people's lives. Work with an Award-winning home care provider that employ local carers who deeply understand their community and what's important.
No visa sponsorship available
Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $31.74 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Gym membership
* Maternity leave
* Paid volunteer leave
* Parental leave
* Referral program
* Travel reimbursement
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Work Location: In person
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