Carer - Berwick

**The Opportunity**

You’ll join a supportive, collaborative and caring team to make a positive impact to the lives of our residents with your compassionate and supportive approach. You’ll deliver the highest quality person-first care to residents in line with their individual care plan. Bupa’s focus on the longer, healthier and happier lives of our residents has created a habit among our leaders of focussing on the same things for our people. So, you’ll have opportunities to continually learn and develop your career.

**Why Bupa Berwick**

You’ll be supported by a global organisation that takes your training and skills development seriously. Every day brings something new, so you’ll be surrounded by supportive colleagues and leaders that give you the trust and time to socially interact with residents and deliver quality person-first care. We're proud that Bupa Berwick's strong commitment to a happy, quality Home is reflected in our most recent independently-verified team engagement score of 80+, which is considered world class against global benchmarks.

Our modern Berwick care home set in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, in Narre Warren, 45 minutes from Melbourne's CBD and close to the Lysterfield Lake and Wilson Botanical Gardens. It consists of 120 beds, across 2 wings with respite and dementia care units. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Guaranteed rostered shifts for every permanent Full-Time & Part-Time employee
- Internal transfers across our care homes
- Recognition Program - Bupa Love
- We set you up for success from the outset with our comprehensive Induction and Buddy Program to ease you into your new role
- Supportive, dedicated General Manager and Leadership Team culture
- Discounts on Bupa products - Healthcare, Optical, Dental & other retail partners
- A ‘People First’ wellness program - SMILE

**The role**
- Provide personal care assistance with daily living
- Assist with the delivery and administration of medication
- Mobility assistance in accordance with resident care plans
- Maintain accurate health care documentation as required
- Encourage all residents to participate in scheduled social activities
- Build relationships with our residents and their families
- Adhere to workplace health and safety guidelines and policies

**Skills and Experience**
- Minimum of a Cert III in an Aged Care or equivalent
- Previous aged care experience highly regarded but not essential
- The ability to work as part of a tight knit team and take direction as required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- An understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes
- Flexible availability for a variety of shifts throughout the week

**How to Apply