Caregiver Specialist

1 month ago


Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Northern Coalfields Community Care Full time

About Us

Northern Coalfields Community Care Association Limited is a not-for-profit residential aged and community care service provider.

About the Role

We are seeking part-time and casual Community Care Employees to provide services to our elderly consumers in the community.

The successful candidates will work independently and be responsible for tasks and activities that support consumer independence in daily activities and living skills such as personal care, domestic duties, transport, shopping, respite, and access to the community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist consumers with personal care, domestic duties, and other daily tasks
  • Provide transport services to consumers
  • Support consumers with shopping and other errands
  • Deliver respite services to consumers
  • Facilitate access to the community for consumers

Requirements

  • Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Availability to work at least three days a week
  • Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully with consumers, families, and co-workers
  • Genuine interest in helping the elderly
  • Ability to follow a set task list or care plan for each consumer
  • Capacity to perform home care tasks satisfactorily and within guidelines
  • Knowledge of WHS procedures and safe work practices
  • Understanding of boundaries required to maintain professional relationships with clients
  • Current driver's license with a registered, insured, and reliable vehicle
  • Reasonable level of physical fitness, health, and resilience to fulfill the demands of the role
  • Evidence of having the 2023 Influenza and Covid-19 vaccinations (3 doses)
  • Police Check suitable for aged care

Benefits

An hourly rate of $30.6525 will be provided, plus relevant allowances, loadings, and superannuation.