Resident Companion I Casual I Blackburn

**Your opportunity**

At Regis, we recognise the importance of the role that Resident Companion plays in the facility. This is a casual role based at our Regis Blackburn facility.

**Why work for us?**
- Enjoy a flexible working environment to balance your life and wellbeing. Full time, part time or flexible working hours across all days and shifts to suit you.
- Competitive hourly rates, paid overtime and weekend penalties, with the ability to purchase annual leave / take unpaid leave.
- Strong professional opportunities to support completion of Post Graduate Degree qualifications through our Study Assistance Program and clinical development programs.
- Be inspired, be supported and be developed with progressive career pathways and opportunities to relocate to any of our Homes or regions across Australia.
- Discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants and more through Maxxia Rewards and My Brands.
- Discounts on selected health insurance and access to wellbeing services.
- Employee wellness platforms including Employee Assistance Program, providing counselling, financial advice and personal support.
- Reward and recognition programs including our Annual National Care Awards.
- Sponsorship opportunities offering a pathway to permanent residency at a number of our Homes nationally.
- Employee Referral Program - refer a friend and be rewarded.

**About the role**

With Forest Hill Chase just down the road, the Belgrave and Lilydale train line nearby, and a selection of cafés and restaurants within reach, Regis Blackburn is an idyllic place to provide care and support. Regis Blackburn also has a dedicated Sensory Support Unit which provides specialist support to deaf, deafblind, and hearing-impaired residents. Our Home employs deaf carers and a number of hearing employees are trained in Auslan and tactile Auslan

The primary focus of the Resident Companion role is to ensure Residents are given specific one-on-one time each week, to uphold our Additional Services commitments and support our Residents in promoting connection and wellbeing. The Resident Companion is required to assist with the activities relating to Regis Additional Services residents and Residents that may book these services.

**Duties and Responsibilities for the role will include**:

- Liaise with the General Manager to develop a plan for each resident
- Coordinate requested personal outing services for participating Residents
- Complete accurate and detailed participation notes
- Focus toward building rapport and offering companionship to each resident taking part in the Resident Companion program
- Manage time effectively for each resident

**Requirements for this position include**:

- Effective communication in writing and verbally with diverse audiences
- The ability to adopt a team approach and deliver quality customer service
- The ability to adjust to multiple demands
- A warm and personable disposition
- A hands-on approach
- An understanding and specific training in Dementia would be of beneficial.

**About Regis**

Regis offers a diverse range of care options including residential aged care, home care, retirement living, day therapy and day respite. Regis is one of the largest providers of aged care in Australia and cares for more than 7,000 residents and clients each year.

**Our culture**

To deliver on our purpose, we foster collaborative teams where everyone’s contribution is valued and our community of support is truly exceptional. With national and local support, you'll be part of a team that truly cares.
- We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and individuals from all backgrounds, including those caring for and living with a disability, to apply._

**Ready to apply?**

If our approach to caring and this role sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you.

To work in residential aged care, you will need to provide satisfactory background checks, supply an NDIS worker screening clearance or Police Check, current influenza vaccination, and certification proof.