Home Care Worker

About Us:

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 4300 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, 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 - Cranbourne

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 and free on/off site parking
• Competitive Pay: Above award hourly rates
• Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
• 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 Leave options
• Location options: Move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)
• Not for profit, values-based organisation

Be a part 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 South Melbourne Metro Team

At Uniting AgeWell, the quality of life and experience of our clients is at the heart of everything we do. We have exciting local Part-Time employment opportunities working 3 weekdays during daytime hours available in City of Casey, Cardinia Shire and Greater Dandenong supporting clients in Cranbourne, Berwick, Clyde, Pakenham, Officer, Emerald, Dandenong, Keysborough, Noble Park and surrounding communities.

We are currently looking to grow our team with passionate and caring individuals in the following Part-Time roles:

• Home Care Worker (Relevant qualifications required)
• Home Care Domestic Support (Does not require a qualification)

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:

• Primarily providing domestic assistance
• Travel between client's home
• 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 current Victorian driver's licence

About you:

You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our clients to support them to live life to their potential whilst remaining in their home.

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 domestic support is desirable
• Understanding of client directed care
• Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)

To be considered for this opportunity you must have or be willing to get:

• A current Working With Children Check card (Employee)
• Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
• Australian working rights
• 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.

You can access the position description here: Home Care Domestic Support PD.pdf or Home Care Worker PD.pdf

For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at Recruitment@unitingagewell.org. Please note the position and location.

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