Support Worker

**Branch**: Eurobodalla Shire and Goulburn regions
Due to growth in Marymead CatholicCare’s Aged Care Programs across the Eurobodalla Shire and Goulburn regions, we are currently seeking to recruit a number of Support Workers/domestic cleaners who are able to start immediately. This role is suited to someone with exceptional communication and engagement skills, is friendly, reliable and committed to supporting individuals to live full and connected lives.
The Role
As a Support Worker with Marymead CatholicCare, you will be required to work with mínimal supervision to provide direct support to people who are ageing but remain living in their own homes.
The types of support you would be providing include but are not limited to:
assistance with daily living and life skills like cooking or helping to cook meals, tidying or cleaning homes
support with personal care tasks
social engagement supports, such as accompanying people to events or outings in the community
assisting with medication, and/or
attending appointments and providing transport
these supports may be delivered in an individual’s home or in the wider community
Workers are required to use their own vehicle to travel between shifts or with clients, therefore, comprehensive car insurance is required. Shifts may vary in length from 1 hour to 3 hours.
If you would like to work with us to make a positive difference in people’s lives - we want to hear from you
What we offer
Rewarding opportunities exist for enthusiastic people seeking meaningful careers; helping people in the wider community in a diverse range of program areas. Marymead CatholicCare employment benefits include a generous salary packaging option and professional development in a family friendly environment. Salary is based on the Marymead CatholicCare enterprise agreement starting at Level 2 from $33.41 per hour (plus casual loading)
About us
Marymead CatholicCare is the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. Our mission is to provide quality services to people by promoting healthy, inclusive communities through relationships, partnerships and collaboration while adhering to our values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Care & Compassion, and Inclusivity.
Ideal person
**The ideal person we are looking for has**:
Minimum Certificate III in Disability, Individual Supports, Aged Care or relevant.
Understanding of what is involved in working with people who are ageing.
Good communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and families.
Hold a smart phone which can be used for work purposes, in line with Marymead CatholicCare’s BYOD Policy.
Hold a current drivers’ license, and a registered car with comprehensive insurance which can be used for work purposes.
To be considered for this role you will be also required to hold:
a current first aid certificate
be willing to undergo a National Police Check
To Apply
Specify the area you are available to work in
Attach an updated resume
Address each area above points in a covering letter (no more than 2 pages)
Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered.
**Closing Date**: 22nd September 2024
Marymead CatholicCare has a commitment to child safeguarding and zero tolerance to child abuse. Marymead CatholicCare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.