Personal Care Worker

Up to $18,549 in salary packaging + Benefits

Churches of Christ, Residential Aged Care, Crows Nest

Employee Benefits

As a not-for-profitentity, our employees can package up to$18,549 p.a.of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

The Salary range for this position is currently $33.27 to $36.75 per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Plus many more;

About the Role

As a Personal Care Worker, you will assist residents with daily living activities including mobility, hygiene, meals and social support. You'll play a vital role in ensuring residents feel safe, respected and well cared for. You'll also support residents with medication (if qualified), participate in care planning and contribute to a positive and nurturing environment.

About You

Are you passionate about supporting the wellbeing of elderly residents? We are currently seeking Permanent Casual Personal Care Workers to join our team at Churches of Christ, Crows Nest Aged Care Service, located just 40 minutes from Toowoomba.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a compassionate and collaborative team who are focused on delivering person-centred care in a homely, supportive environment. If you have a strong sense of empathy, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working as part of a team – we would love to hear from you.

What you can bring to the team

We're looking for people who genuinely care about improving the lives of the elderly and are ready to contribute to our mission of Christ-inspired care. You'll bring warmth, reliability and a team-focused attitude, along with the ability to communicate clearly and compassionately.

To be successful, you'll need:

• A Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent (essential)
• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain
• Up-to-date COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and work within a team environment
• Desirable: HLTHPS006 – Assist clients with medication, First Aid/CPR, Certificate IV in Ageing Support

About Us

We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. Please click the Apply Button. For further inquiries, contact Theresa Ruwoldt via email [emailprotected] .

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

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

Churches of Christ is proud to provide help, care and home to more than 25,000 Australians across 100 communities each year.

With almost 4,000 employees across Queensland and Victoria, we're an experienced not-for-profit provider of 200 different retirement & aged care, foster & kinship care, family support, youth support, social housing and Christian faith services.

Guided by the light of Christ, we've been there for thousands of Australians who've needed our compassion and care for more than 100 years.

Churches of Christ is proud to provide help, care and home to more than 25,000 Australians across 100 communities each year.

With almost 4,000 employees across Queensland and Victoria, we're an experienced not-for-profit provider of 200 different retirement & aged care, foster & kinship care, family support, youth support, social housing and Christian faith services.

Guided by the light of Christ, we've been there for thousands of Australians who've needed our compassion and care for more than 100 years.

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