Support Worker

Suncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better". We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way. As a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by:

Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | Empathetic

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and the experience they enjoy is critical to the success of our organisation. Every day, Suncare employees are making a difference to real people and making people's lives better.

Suncare Support Worker - what's involved in the role?

We are seeking a casual Support Worker who is available to support a variety of shifts Monday to Sunday. Day shifts may be 6am-1.30pm or 1pm-6.30pm, and evening shifts including sleep over shifts span 6pm-6.30am.

As a Support Worker you will assist our customers at Boronia Cottage on Bribie Island, which is a modern, purpose-built home for short term respite care as well as customers in the community.

No two days are the same and your duties will include delivering personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation, accompanying our customers on shopping trips and appointments, community outings and activities, providing general companionship, and helping our customers build social networks.

About you

While a background or qualification in community services would be advantageous, more important are the attributes that you possess that speak to our values. We want our customers to have a great experience with our people, and our people need to have a great attitude, be friendly, willing to learn new things, and most importantly listen and understand what the customer wants. If you are motivated, passionate and excited by the prospect of a new career opportunity, we will help you to gain the skills and experience you require to be successful at Suncare.

For this position you will be required to be physically fit, hold a valid Driver's Licence and be willing to use your own vehicle for work purposes, ensuring that your vehicle is appropriately insured. A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, and CPR and First Aid certificates are also required in this position.

What we offer

At Suncare, our people really are our greatest asset. We offer:

Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits

Comprehensive induction plus ongoing training and development

Helpful and supportive buddy/team structure for new staff

Suncare work shirts/blouses provided

A friendly, supportive team environment that values all voices

Fitness Passport and health and wellbeing programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Advanced technology to support you in your role

Career progression opportunities in a rewarding, growth industry

And, this role is eligible for QLeave

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Please provide a resume along with a covering letter that outlines your availability for rostering.

As part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undertake background checks such as criminal history, demerit point/driving history and reference checks.

We collect, use, disclose, store, secure, manage and dispose of your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and our Privacy Policy. To see a copy of the privacy policy or to learn more about Suncare please visit our website

Applicants may be requested to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the advertised role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003.

Suncare is an equal opportunity employer.

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Your application will include the following questions:Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? 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? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold? Have you completed a qualification in aged care? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Do you have any pre-existing illness, injury, medical condition or allergy which may impact on your ability to safely perform the inherent requirements of the position(s) for which you have applied? Do you consent to having criminal history checks and potentially driver's demerit point and traffic history checks conducted if your application is progressed to the background check stage of the recruitment process? Have you ever received a banning order from working in Aged Care, recorded by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission?

Suncare has been making a positive impact in Queensland for more than 50 years by providing innovative and personalised in-home care, allied health, and clinical services.

We want individuals to help continue this legacy and be part of our growth.

Our staff enjoy coming to work for the following reasons:

Your team will constantly trial new ways to support customers.

We advocate for change.

We are leaders and innovators in person-centred care.

If you're a dedicated and compassionate individual and want to make a meaningful impact in a career that will be life changing and fulfilling, we want you.

Suncare has been making a positive impact in Queensland for more than 50 years by providing innovative and personalised in-home care, allied health, and clinical services.

We want individuals to help continue this legacy and be part of our growth.

Our staff enjoy coming to work for the following reasons:

Your team will constantly trial new ways to support customers.

We advocate for change.

We are leaders and innovators in person-centred care.

If you're a dedicated and compassionate individual and want to make a meaningful impact in a career that will be life changing and fulfilling, we want you.

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