Care Service Employee

Number of Positions Available:

4

- Start your career with The Salvation Army today

- We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

- ABOUT US

- The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
- Join one of the most loved charities in Australia
- Well-established industry leading aged care provider with 21 sites nationally
- Above Award Wages with generous Not For Profit tax benefits (also for casuals)
- Up to five weeks annual leave
- Represent a world-class organisation
- Supportive and Inclusive team environment

Weeroona Aged Care is a 104 bed Aged Care Centre. Located in the historic town of Bass Hill, our Centre is located just minutes away from public transport, Bass Hill Plaza, Chester Hill Square and local services.

We are looking for a Casual Care Service Employee to join our friendly and dedicated team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In the role of Care Service Employee at The Salvation Army, you will build strong, positive relationships with our residents and be responsible for the delivery of personal care and assistance to meet individual needs of our consumers. The role is to deliver homely and loving environments by providing care with compassion, respect, integrity and dignity.

You will play key role in delivering our award winning model of care and make a real difference to residents' quality of life.

You will work under limited supervision and in accordance with resident's care plan, to provide assistance to residents in carrying out simple personal care tasks, e.g.:

- Supervise daily hygiene
- Assist with dressing and meals
- Carry out simple housekeeping

ABOUT YOU
- An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote and support the values and ethos of The Salvation Army.
- 500 hours work experience in aged care industry
- An understanding and commitment to the provision of truly person centred care
- Understanding of WHS and infection control principles
- Computer literacy and experience with documentation
- Excellent communication skills
- A commitment to continuous improvement
- Ability to work in a team environment
- National NDIS Workers Screening Check

**BENEFITS**:

- All new Care Service Employees joining The Salvation Army Aged Care may be entitled to _
- generous incentives, including retention and remote location bonuses of up to $2,000_
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Care Service Employees at the Salvation Army Aged Care enjoy:

- Above Award wages + 10.5% super + allowances & shift penalties
- Access to generous Not For Profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
- Access to relocation benefits through salary packaging options
- Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging
- Up to five weeks annual leave - when working flexible AMs and/or PMs, and/or nights and/or weekends
- No rotating rosters with Salvos, we will support you to achieve work-life balance
- Cost effective holiday accommodation at Salvation Army Holiday Houses
- Paid parental leave
- Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport
- Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Novated car leasing
- Learning and development to support you in your role
- Scholarships via Eva Burrows College
- Supported study options
- Employee assistance program
- Career progression opportunities
- Transfer opportunities - we are in every major city in Australia
- Making an impact - socially and environmentally - with one of the most loved charities in Australia
- Please note: a current Influenza vaccination and three doses of COVID-19 vaccination are a requirement of employment at The Salvation Army Aged Care._
- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
- We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
- We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
- Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_