$42.79 per hour, including casual loading
Manning Support Services (MSS) is an award-winning community service organisation that has been operating on the NSW Mid North Coast for more than 40 years. MSS is a multi-service not-for-profit with a mission to enhance the quality of people’s lives by providing services which enable them to live with dignity and respect.
MSS has opportunities for casual Home Support Workers in the Port Macquarie region to assist our home-based aged care clients to remain independent and supported.
Our Home Support Workers provide our clients with assistance in daily life activities such as domestic assistance, personal care, social support and respite, both within their homes and within the community.
Selection Criteria
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
* Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support - Aged Care, or equivalent industry qualification
* Current First Aid Certificate and CPR
* Current NSW provisional or full driver's license
* Reliable motor vehicle (including valid NSW registration and minimum third-party property damage insurance)
* Adequate level of fitness: due to the quantity of domestic assistance, which includes manual handling, candidates who pass the interview stage are required to attend a pre-employment fitness assessment, which MSS will arrange and pay for
Personal Attributes:
* Ability to communicate sensitively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds
* Understanding of safe work practices and the use of appropriate manual handling techniques
* Ability to work independently with excellent time management skills
* Commitment to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of our clients
* An empathetic, compassionate and flexible approach to the role
What do we offer?
* Flexible working environment with a positive work culture
* Casual employment in a growing organisation with excellent remuneration
* Paid mileage between clients
* Option of Fitness Passport discounted gym and pool membership
How to Apply
* All candidates must apply using the Seek online process
* Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter that addresses each of the selection criteria above
* Candidates that do not follow these steps will not be considered
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Friday 25th April at 5pm.
We encourage and welcome applications from First Nations Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
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