Aged Care and Disability Support worker

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We are seeking Caregivers to support clients in their homes in Greensborough and surrounding areas.

As a certified Great Place to Work, Nurse Next Door is looking to expand our team with experienced and dedicated caregivers. We are committed to delivering flexible in-home care for the aged care and disability sectors, helping clients live more fulfilling lives at home and in their community.

We Make Lives Better every day for our clients and care team through our four core values:

WOW Customer Experience

Find a Better Way

Passionate About Making a Difference

At the heart of this role is our commitment to Making Lives Better and Happier Ageing. You will enable clients in our aged and disability community to live fulfilling lives at home for as long as possible, empowering them to continue doing what they love.

We provide around-the-clock care, with visits scheduled across mornings, afternoons, evenings, and overnight to meet our clients' needs.

Responsibilities

Provide a premium, genuine, and compassionate care experience personalised to each client.

Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transport, and companionship.

Deliver care in accordance with the client's care plan, developed by our Care Designer (Registered Nurse).

Ensure the safety of the client and use all equipment safely and correctly.

Complete all records and documentation accurately and thoroughly.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

A supportive and dynamic team environment

Ongoing training and professional development

Regular team social functions

Skills & Experience

A genuine passion for making a difference in people's lives.

Proactive and accountable, with a strong sense of responsibility.

Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning.

Previous caregiving experience is highly regarded.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in other languages is an asset.

The ability to identify and report client care concerns to Care Designers.

A reliable mode of transport to travel to and from client homes.

A current and valid driver's licence.

Mandatory Requirements

Minimum Certificate III in Aged Care, Community Services, Individual Support, Disability, or equivalent industry experience.

A valid National Police Check (suitable for the aged care/vulnerable persons sector).

A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.

A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a Disability Support Worker?
• How many years' experience do you have as a support worker?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
• How many years' experience do you have as a personal care assistant?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Everyone should be able to live at home, even if it means getting a little help. Nurse Next Door home care matches trusted, qualified, local nurses and caregivers to your needs, supporting Australians to maintain their independence in their own home, on their own terms. From assistance with daily life activities to social and community participation or home care nursing to maintain optimal health, prevent illness and increase comfort, Nurse Next Door's extraordinary family of nurses and caregivers offer a personalised tailored plan to match the unique needs of each individual.

Everyone should be able to live at home, even if it means getting a little help. Nurse Next Door home care matches trusted, qualified, local nurses and caregivers to your needs, supporting Australians to maintain their independence in their own home, on their own terms. From assistance with daily life activities to social and community participation or home care nursing to maintain optimal health, prevent illness and increase comfort, Nurse Next Door's extraordinary family of nurses and caregivers offer a personalised tailored plan to match the unique needs of each individual.

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