Home Care Employee

1 week ago

Wollongong, Australia IRT Full time

Home care Employee - Illawarra

**About IRT**

Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.

We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.

We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.

**About the Role**

A homecare employee is to help and assist customers to maintain their independence and quality of life while remaining in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. IRT have multiple permanent part time positions for entry-level and experienced home care workers available. For this role, we are looking for:
**Grade 3 - Home Care workers that have a Med comp certificate in the** **Illawarra**.**Weekdays and some weekends. Rosters change often so flexibility is key.**

We are looking for kind-hearted and empathetic home care employees in the North and South Illawarra region that will provide support to our IRT home care customers by ensuring they receive personalised care that is tailored to promote their well-being, empower independence and engagement in preferred activities that are aligned with their health, happiness and interests.

Some duties may include:

- Wide range of Personal care / Wound care
- Medication administration
- Assistance to continue to live well and positively (e.g. transport to appointments, help at home)
- Engaging in social activities

**To Be Successful You Will Have**
- Driver's licence and a fully insured car
- Relevant Certificate III or IV in Individual Support ( Ageing) or equivalent
- Medication Competency Certificate (please provide Transcript prior to interview)
- Current First Aid Certificate and CPR ( or willing to obtain)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills - A Second Language is a bonus
- Resilience and ability to work independently
- Available to work weekdays and weekends
- A big heart, empathy and a passion for supporting older Australians to live their best life

**Benefits for You**
- Paid travel, mileage ($0.96/KM)
- Work phone, uniform, PPE & training provided
- Guaranteed hours for our valued home care workers
- Access to free accredited training courses through the IRT Academy for professional and career development
- Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Annual leave, Sick leave & Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us
- Discounted gym memberships
- Employee Assistance Program (free counselling service) and staff wellness programs

Your well-being is our priority. You can’t care for others if you don’t look after yourself - Support at every step of your employment journey with IRT

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