Compassionate Support Worker

6 days ago


Darwin city centre, Northern Territory, Australia Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Support Worker to join our Home Care team in the Northern Territory.

As a Support Worker with Southern Cross Care, you will play a vital role in supporting older Australians to live better for life in their own homes.

You will build strong relationships with your clients, understanding their individual needs, goals, and preferences, and deliver tailored support with daily tasks, activities, personal care, and mobility support.

Your goal will be to help your clients live happy, healthy, and active lives, improving their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality support services to clients in their homes
  • Build strong relationships with clients and their representatives
  • Assess client needs and develop personalized support plans
  • Provide support with daily tasks, activities, personal care, and mobility assistance

Requirements

  • Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Aged Care, or Home and Community Care
  • Current First Aid certificate and CPR
  • Unrestricted driver's license and own registered and insured car
  • Demonstrated experience in a personal carer role without direct supervision
  • Sound best practice personal care skills
  • Good understanding of dementia requirements and challenging behaviors
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Basic cooking skills
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary of $62,000 - $74,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • Salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay
  • Up to 25 hours of paid training
  • Motor vehicle allowance for travel between clients
  • A full working tool kit, including a mobile phone

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