Support Worker

**Turn caring into a career with the myHomecare Group.**

**Join a team that makes a difference.**

**Permanent Part Time Position, 4 Days per week, plus 1 weekend in every 3**

**Newcastle**

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Carer with a desire to make a difference.

At the myHomecare Group you will be part of a team of likeminded individuals across the country who support older Australians to continue living in their homes longer. With a rich 100-year history, we have been delivering exceptional care to older Australians since the year our oldest client was born. We have the added benefit of an innovative, creative, and passionate team who are constantly striving to get even better outcomes for our clients.

**Does this sound like you?**

We have a fantastic opportunity for a care provider to join us as a **_Care Worker _**with myHomecare in the Newcastle Region. We’re searching for Carers who want to use their kindness, empathy and compassion to make a difference to the lives of older Australians.

We pride ourselves in connecting our community to the services that suit their individual needs and lifestyle. You'll enjoy going the extra mile for our clients because you will see the positive difference you are making to their lives, every single day.

**What will we offer you?**
- **A role with true purpose**: you get to see how you are making a difference in people’s lives every day.
- **Benefits & perks**: we have a special program that rewards you for your hard work with discounts to a broad range of brands.
- **Opportunity to grow**: We provide up-skilling opportunities, training and networking, to ensure you are constantly able to grow within your career.
- **The best of both worlds**:with us you get the autonomy to excel in your role of delivering a better level of client care **and** the benefit of a supportive team and structure to help you meet your goals.
- **Real flexibility.**:

- **Competitive salary.**

**So, what does the role entail?**

**As a Care Worker you will**:
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**Help our clients with a variety of, social, respite and personal care services**

You’ll work with autonomy, patience and empathy to provide essential domestic care services in accordance with your clients’ care plans. You’ll build a genuine connection with your clients through:

- **Social support**:taking clients on outings to the shops, the bank, a café or, out for a walk.
- **Transport**:taking clients to appointments or respite.
- **Food preparation.**:

- **Respite care**: assisting with exercising, dressing, toileting, and supervising the self-administration of medication.
- **Personal care**: showering and assisting with other personal grooming.
- **Medication**:testing blood sugar, observing skin integrity, supervising medication dosage and administration.

**Here is just one example of the fantastic work and the positive difference our team are making to the lives of elderly individuals**:
**We are looking for someone with**:

- Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent), or Cert IV in Aged Care or Disability or Home and Community, or 2nd year Bachelor of Nursing.
- Experience in aged care, disability or community nursing experience is desired.
- The right to work in Australia.
- A current driver’s licence and access to your own car with comprehensive car insurance.
- National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain (myHomecare will organise via WorkPro at no cost).
- Proof of Covid Vaccination.

**Does this sound like you? Discover how you can further develop your skills while truly helping people in your community today.**

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