Home Care Worker

$33.95-$36.88 Per hour + Super + Salary Packaging

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4300staff and 300volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on theBEST philosophy –Believe, Excel, Support and Trust– underpinned by our values ofKindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org

Why choose Uniting AgeWell

At Uniting Agewell, we empower our staff to flourish both personally and professionally, all while making a heartfelt difference in their local communities. When you join our vibrant team, you will be embraced with:

• Easy to access with public transport andfree on/off site parking
• Competitive Pay:Above awardhourly rates
• Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650annually
• Annual Leave Loading: Extra pay while on leave
• Career Growth:Access to education, training, and career pathway opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential 24/7 support for you and your family
• Enhanced Parental Leaveoptions
• Location options:Move within ourUniting AgeWell network(Victoria and Tasmania)
• Not for profit,values-basedorganisation

$250 Referral Bonus -Refer someone to Uniting AgeWell to work as a Home Care Worker and receive a $250 voucher

• Referrer and Referred Employee must be employed on a Part Time basis
• Payable after completing 6 months of service

Be apart of a not-for-profit organisation, where we truly care about our team and the communities we serve With continuous training and support, we're here to help you thrive in your role and create a rewarding career together.

About the role:

Join our team inBoroondara City,

Uniting Agewell Burwood East Home Care supports ageing clients to enjoy a safe and independent life in their own homes for as long as they can. Our caring team provides a wide range of ageing support and services across Boroondara City,withPart-Timeemployment opportunities available, ranging from Monday-Friday during day time hours, you will be supporting clients inCamberwell, Glen Iris, Hawthorn, Canterbury, Kew, Surrey Hillsand surrounding communities.

We are currently looking to grow our team with passionate and caring individuals in the followingPart-Time role:

If you're passionate about making a genuine impact in your local community and helping clients enjoy their independence and quality of life, this role might just be the perfect fit for you

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting clients with domestic tasks such as meal preparation and household chores
• Providing social support and transportation services as required
• Providing personal care, including showering, grooming, and mobility assistance
• Ensure that client's rights, cultural, spiritual and other individual needs are incorporated in all aspects of care and daily living
• Work within a multidisciplinary team, provide effective support to clients, recognise changes in clients' conditions and escalate observations and concerns in accordance with Uniting AgeWell processes
• Promote and participate in quality activities, and provide outstanding customer service maintaining friendly, supportive and professional relationships with clients, their relatives and friends
• Support colleagues by sharing knowledge and expertise
• Must have your own car (registered in your own name), valid insurance and a currentVictoriandriver's licence

About you:

You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our ageing clients, enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices.

This is the place for you if you have:

• Qualifications:Certificate III/IV or equivalent in Individual Support (Aged or Disability) or equivalent (or currently studying a Diploma in Nursing or Bachelor of Nursing)
• First Aid & CPR: Current certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Driver's Licence: A valid Victorian licence and a roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
• Commitment to Person-Centred Care: Strong understanding of community care and a dedication to delivering high standards for clients and families.
• Team Player:Thrives in a collaborative team environment while valuing one-on-one client connections.
• Experience in a home care setting or providing domestics support is desirable
• Understanding of client directed care
• Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BESTway of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)

Essentials for working in Aged Care:

• A current Working With Children Check card (Employee)
• Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
• Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance

Make a positive difference in your community – apply now

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.

In applying for these roles, you acknowledge you understate the inherent requirements of the role listed in the following position description(s):Home Care Worker PD 2024.pdf

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you

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Community Services & Development 1,001-5,000 employees

As an organisation of the Uniting Church, Uniting AgeWell has a long history of providing residential and community services for older Australians.

Many of these communities were established by individual congregations responding to the needs of local older people more than 60 years ago. In 2004, these services were brought together as one organisation, Uniting Aged Care, which became Uniting AgeWell in 2013.

Our vision is to be a national leader, creating thriving and inclusive communities where innovative, high quality aged care services are delivered with respect and kindness.

Our values of kindness, respect, integrity, innovation and inclusion shape and inform all that we do.

As an organisation of the Uniting Church, Uniting AgeWell has a long history of providing residential and community services for older Australians.

Many of these communities were established by individual congregations responding to the needs of local older people more than 60 years ago. In 2004, these services were brought together as one organisation, Uniting Aged Care, which became Uniting AgeWell in 2013.

Our vision is to be a national leader, creating thriving and inclusive communities where innovative, high quality aged care services are delivered with respect and kindness.

Our values of kindness, respect, integrity, innovation and inclusion shape and inform all that we do.

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Perks and benefits Salary Packaging Career pathways, education, training opportunities Employee Assistance Program Enhanced Parental Leave