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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.

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 currently seeking a Community Support Worker to join our friendly and supportive Home and Community Care team in the Kununurra of Western Australia.

Our Juniper Home and Community Care team provides community-based care programs that assist our aged customers to continue to live independently in their own homes. Renowned for our commitment to the delivery of person-centred care and best practice in relation to the provision of quality care, you will be working in a supportive environment that encourages initiative and leadership.

This position requires the delivery of personal care to our community clients, in addition to providing domestic assistance, transport and social support. Candidates with experience in the delivery of personal care (such as showering, dressing, toileting) to the aged will be viewed favourably. This position is being offered on a permanent part-time basis. Working hours are between 7:30am-4pm Monday to Friday, and up to 6pm in Northam. To be considered for this role you must be available between these hours at least three days each week. There is no weekend work required. Contracted hours and days of work will be negotiated with the successful candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• 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
  
  

Key Requirements

• Current Australian driver's licence 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
  
  

What's On Offer

• Attractive rate of pay $32.88-$35.71 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications), plus 11.5% superannuation
• Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
• All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks 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
  
  

How To Apply

If you are passionate about delivering person-centred care and have the skills and experience required for this role, 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

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeContract

Job function

• Job functionOther
• IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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