Homemaker - Mcnally House

Reference: 6674909

At McNally House, our model of care is distinctive and designed to enrich the lives of our residents, regardless of age or diagnosis. Our Homemakers play a crucial role in empowering residents to live fully, offering personalized support from morning until night. Whether it's assisting with daily decisions or encouraging participation in meaningful activities, our team is dedicated to fostering independence and engagement.

Residents are invited to take part in cooking, gardening, shopping, exercising, and recreational activities, allowing those living with dementia or frailty to focus on their abilities rather than limitations. What sets our Homemakers apart is their genuine curiosity and skill in discovering what sparks joy and fulfillment for each reside

**Role Overview**:

- Engage with residents in a gentle, warm, and authentic manner.
- Support personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation
- Assist with general household chores, including cleaning and laundry.
- Use creative approaches to deliver personalized care, especially for those with dementia.
- Staff are to be resident focussed and not task focussed, people will come first.
- Work consistently with the same residents and team members to build strong, individualised care relationships that meet emotional, spiritual, and physical needs.
- Accompany and support residents during community outings and recreational activities.

**Environment**:

- McNally House is a premium aged care facility located in Upper Mt Gravatt, offering a small house environment with only 9 residents per house.
- Each level features unique layouts and designs, providing spacious bedrooms and living areas tailored to individual care needs.
- A state-of-the-art gym is located on the third level, enhancing the well-being of residents.

**About You**:

- You bring a deep understanding of aged care, particularly dementia care, and are enthusiastic about delivering high-quality, resident-focused service.
- Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills, with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
- A National Police Check is required; having a Driver's License is a must
- Minimum qualification: Certificate III in Individual Support (or similar) with two years of relevant experience

**Our Culture & Benefits**:

- Competitive wages with access to salary sacrifice.
- A supportive team environment with established systems and processes.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- A rewarding role contributing to the well-being and quality of life of our residents

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while advancing your career in the progressive field of aged care.

Applications Close: 31 Oct 2024