Home Care Worker

**Home Care Worker - Qualified**
**Churches of Christ, Seniors Living**

**Choose a location suitable for you - Logan, Bayside, Western Suburbs, Brisbane South.**

**Permanent Part-Time Opportunities**

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The salary range for this position is between $32.77 and $32.87 per hour, plus reimbursement of $0.96 per KM. Hourly rate is based on experience/ hours of service._**
- Assist our clients to ensure a safe quality of life while living in their own home_

**Employee Benefits**:
As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

- Salary sacrificing benefits that can greatly increase take home pay;
- Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
- Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study;
- Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:

- JB Hi-Fi,
- The Good Guys,
- Goodlife Health Clubs,
- Bupa Health,
- Plus many more;
- Employee Assistance Program.
- A work culture that values you.

**About this role**

As a growing region, Greater Brisbane Home Care is looking for dedicated and qualified Home Care Workers to join their team of compassionate professionals. This role involves working between **30 to 60 hours per fortnight**, assisting elderly clients to live safely and independently in their own homes while promoting their well-being and autonomy.

Home Care Workers in this position work independently, traveling from one client to another and are fully supported by a skilled team that includes two very supportive Team Leaders and three Senior Home Care Workers who guide and assist field staff when working autonomously. Greater Brisbane Home Care holds a monthly team meeting to foster team building and provide ongoing support. This role offers variety, meaningful connections, and the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others every day.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Help clients with daily tasks like showering, dressing, and toileting.
- Support clients with taking their medication on time.
- Assist with cleaning, cooking, and keeping the home safe.
- Offer companionship and help clients join social activities.
- Follow and update care plans to match each client's needs.

**To be suitable for the position, ideally you have**:

- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent;
- A current driver's license and a reliable, registered, and comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for work purposes are essential for this role. **(Reimbursement of $0.96 per KM is provided for use of own vehicle)**

**Possess or willingness to obtain;**
- Assist clients with medication Certificate - HLTHPS006;
- Up-to-date First Aid and CPR Certification;
- A current National Police Certificate.
- Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: _**_Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety._**

If you're looking for a meaningful career with a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you

**About Us**

We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

**To apply**Applications will be assessed as they are received.