Community Care Worker

1 week ago

Springvale, Australia City of Greater Dandenong Full time

**Work type**
- Permanent Part Time**Location**
- Springvale**Department**
- Community Strengthening**Community Care Worker**

**$**67,235**:

- $71,389 per annum, pro rata (plus super)**

**Permanent Part Time - 15-25 guaranteed hours per week**

**About Us**

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

**About the Role**

What we are looking for:

- People who are looking for work during school hours and who are committed to enhancing the health and wellbeing of older residents.
- Must have a Certificate III Individual Support or equivalent.
- The ability to speak a language other than English will be reviewed favorably.
- Must have a current valid Fist Aid certificate, Victorian Driver’s License and use of own vehicle.
- Have the capacity to undertake the physical requirements of the role, including vacuuming, mopping and other light household tasks.

**About You**

To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and an understanding of community aged care and be committed to enhancing the health and wellbeing of older residents. You will enjoy supporting people over the age of 65 with personal care, home care, social support and respite to enable them to maintain their independence and continue living in their own homes.

**Benefits of working with us**

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Health initiatives
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
- Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children_ with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm._

**To apply**

To view a copy of this position description, please click on the links below.

Community Care Worker - Position Description
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You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

**Applications close**: 5pm, Tuesday 9 July 2024

**Further information**:Julianne Ward, 8571 5503

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