Aged Care Home

5 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Aged Care Resumes Full time

At Life Without Barriers we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and so we ask that only Male applicants apply.

About the Organisation

Enhance the lives of older Australians by joining the Life Without Barriers team. Guided by every client's individual needs and interests, our personalised in-home Aged Care services focus on empowering every person to maintain their home comforts, health, and connections within their community.

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers. Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About The Role

As an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant, you will provide personalised support to older Australians in Townsville and surrounding suburbs, helping them to continue living independently in their own homes. This role requires travel between clients' homes, with a willingness to travel up to a 60 km radius, as you will be performing back-to-back, short shifts while supporting multiple clients each day.

We have a number of part-time and casual opportunities available. Your working hours will be in between 7am to 7pm, and availability to work on weekends and evenings between 4pm and 7pm will be advantageous. No sleepover shifts required.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is new to the industry and passionate about making a positive impact in our ageing community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Domestic duties which may include but are not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, emptying bins, washing/ironing
  • Preparation of meals and obtaining groceries on behalf of clients
  • Assisting clients in organising medical appointments
  • Be aware of safety issues and report hazards in the working environment including recording any changes in clients' health or behaviours of concern

Skills & Experience

  • Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability or similar) is preferred
  • An Australian Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle with minimum third-party insurance
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships
  • A current First Aid and CPR Certificate (must be obtained prior to employment)

Successful candidates will be required to undertake relevant pre-employment checks to ensure the safety of our clients. This includes a National Criminal History Record Check and complete an Aged Care Statutory Declaration.

  • Work independently whilst supported by a dedicated leadership team
  • Simple and easy to use technology to record your timesheets and kilometres
  • Supported career development with opportunities to learn and take on new challenges
  • Frameworks and policies in place providing you with clear guidelines and support
  • Hourly rate starting from $31.64 per hour + Super + 92 cents per kilometre travelled while you work
  • Receive up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free through salary packaging benefits which means more money in your pocket
  • Be paid for two full days to complete your induction

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For any enquiries, please contact jsecruitment@lwb.org.au

Candidates with disabilities who require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format can visit https://www.lwb.org.au/careers/ for information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.

Applications close at midnight on Tuesday 18th March 2025

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