Community Care Worker

Join our team at BCR Communities as a Community Care Worker at our community-minded organisation

BCR Communities has been providing community services since 1991 and due to an increase in demand for our services we are seeking to employ additional Community Care Worker to provide assistance to older people that live independently in their own homes.

We are seeking an individual who is compassionate and committed to enhancing the lives of individuals in our communities with skills and qualities to match.

We are currently seeking a casual Aged Care Community Care Worker.

**Why choose us?**

**Community-Minded**: We're not just a care provider; we're a community. Join us in creating a supportive environment where seniors thrive.

**Work-Life Balance**: We understand the importance of balancing your career with your personal life. We offer flexible scheduling options to ensure you have time for what matters most.

**Rewarding Work**: Make a meaningful difference every day. Your compassion and dedication will bring joy and comfort to our residents.

**The Role**:
This role involves visiting clients in their own homes and required all areas of Southern Shoalhaven - from Bay & Basin, Sussex Inlet, Bendalong, Manyana, Lake Conjola, Mollymook, Milton, Ulladulla to Burrill Lake

Services may include:

- Personal care such as assisting with showering, other personal support and providing medication assistance
- Shopping and meal preparation, assist with light housekeeping
- Respite and social support, share common interests and provide companionship
- Community Access
- Medication assistance

**You will be**:

- Reliable and trustworthy
- An effective communicator
- Compassionate with a positive attitude
- Eager to learn and willing to embark on further training and development offered
- Enjoy providing a quality service with a focus on attention to details
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Previous caregiving experience is a plus

**Applicants must hold (or obtain through recruitment process)**:

- Australian Federal Police clearance (no disclosable outcomes)
- First Aid Certificate
- Certificate III Individual Support Ageing, Disability or Home and Community Care (or equivalent qualification)
- Assist with Clients Medication certification
- Drivers Licence, with safe driving record
- Copy of uncertified driving record from Services NSW
- Current car registration & comprehensive insurance
- Working with Children Check Clearance
- COVID-19 vaccination

**Hours and Shifts**:
BCR Communities is a family friendly and flexible employer with a wide variety of shifts.

As this is a casual position, however we require good availability, preferably 5 days per week

**What we offer**:
Our employees are like family to us. We would not be where we are today if it wasn’t for the passion, dedication, and loyalty of each and everyone of our team members.

We offer:

- Flexible working arrangements
- Paid mileage allowance and travel time between client's visits
- Mobile phone or option to BYOD (Bring your own device) for roster and client information, access training and resources, and connect with colleagues and supervisors
- Wide variety of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform and face to face training and mentoring from our experienced care workers and team leaders
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program with online support and resources

Discover the rewards of being a Community Care Worker with us - where caring for others and your well-being go hand in hand.
- To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through INDEED, being sure to outline how you fit the position and BCR Communities, and outline your ideal work schedule and location. Applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment fitness assessment to inform suitability._

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $40.84 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Salary packaging

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift

Application Question(s):

- Do you have Certificate 111 in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent?
- Are you available to work Monday to Friday and weekends?

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 21/06/2024