Community Support Workers

About Juniper

At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians. We are seeking a Community Support Worker to join our Home and Community Care team in the Northam area of Western Australia on a casual basis. Our Home and Community Care team provides community-based care programs that help our aged customers continue to live independently in their own homes. We are known for person-centred care and best practice in quality care, working in a supportive environment that encourages initiative and leadership. This role requires delivery of personal care to community clients, plus domestic assistance, transport and social support. Experience with personal care (e.g., showering, dressing, toileting) is advantageous. This position is offered on a permanent part-time basis with hours 7:30am–6pm, Monday to Friday. Applicants must be available to cover sick leave and holidays; there is no weekend work required.

• Personal care, including showering, dressing, continence care
• Assist customers with administration of correct medication
• Assist customers with domestic duties, meal preparation and other household tasks to ensure safe and hygienic living conditions in their own homes
• Social support, including transport to shops or appointments
• Adherence to Client Care Plan

• Current Australian driver's license and reliable car – essential
• Certificate III Aged Care – desirable
• Current First Aid certification – desirable
• Previous experience working in the Community – desirable
• Understand documentation and relevant aged care legislation
• Understand principles of Occupational Safety & Health and correct manual handling
• Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, clients, families and service providers in a manner which is effective and consistent

• Attractive rate of pay $32.88-$35.71 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications), plus 11.5% superannuation, plus casual loading
• Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
• Access to Juniperks online platform with exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
• Salary Package up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Health Insurance discounts
• Employee Assistance Program with free counselling

If you are passionate about delivering person-centred care and have the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Please click Apply and submit your resume. Visa sponsorship is NOT available. People of all ages and cultures are encouraged to apply. Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

Location: Muluckine, Western Australia, Australia