Buddy Support Worker

1 week ago


Adelaide, South Australia Southern Cross Care Full time

Come be part of our dedicated Respite team to support clients in staying connected with their community and loved ones through various engaging activities and skill-building.

  • Make a difference and enjoy fantastic rewards and benefits.
  • Multiple casual positions open in the East, West, and Central areas of Adelaide.

You'll have the chance to make an impact while reaping rewards such as salary packaging, discounts on Bupa Health Insurance, gym memberships, and more.

About the role

As a Buddy Support Worker, you'll contribute to reducing social isolation risks for clients, enhancing community connections, promoting independence, and facilitating engagement in meaningful activities and skill development.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Empowering clients to enhance their independence and overall quality of life
  • Facilitating meaningful activities to help clients achieve their well-being objectives
  • Responding promptly to changes in clients' physical or social well-being
  • Assisting in implementing projects to enhance client outcomes as directed

Examples of buddy services include accompanying clients to activities they enjoy, going for walks, playing games, and more.

About you

We seek individuals who will make a positive impact on our residents and clients. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Certificate III and/or IV in relevant fields (Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability) and a First Aid certificate
  • Current driver's license, car registration, and insurance
  • Experience in dementia care and working meaningfully with older adults
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with clients with diverse needs
  • Ability to deliver person-centered programs focusing on healthy aging and community engagement
  • Good organizational, time management, and computer skills

About us

Southern Cross Care is a respected provider of aged care, health, and retirement living services in Australia. We embrace diversity, uphold our values of Service, Courage, and Compassion, and offer salary packaging benefits to maximize your earnings.

Working with us means we care about your well-being, skills development, and career growth. We appreciate creativity, provide stability, and offer flexibility for a better work-life balance.



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