Care Service Employee

Number of Positions Available:

5

- Start your career with The Salvation Army today

- We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

- ABOUT US

- The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
We currently have the opportunity for a passionate Care Service Employee to work and gain experience across three of our sites.
- Mountain View Age Care Centre in Canberra
- Burrangirri Respite Centre in Canberra
- Gill Waminda Residential Aged Care in Goulburn

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will play key role in delivering our award winning model of care and make a real difference to residents' quality of life.

In the role of Care Service Employee at The Salvation Army, you will build strong, positive relationships with our residents and be responsible for the delivery of personal care and assistance to meet individual needs of our consumers. The role is to deliver homely and loving environments by providing care with compassion, respect, integrity and dignity.

You will be able to work under limited supervision and in accordance with the resident's care plan to:

- Ensure the privacy and dignity of residents is maintained at all times and that all personal interactions reflect respect and compassion
- Assist in managing medication utilising medication compliance aids
- Recognise and respond to change in the condition of residents’ health & well-being
- Complete simple wound dressings - Implement continence programs
- Attend to routine checks, i.e. blood pressure, temperature, pulse, blood sugar - Assist in managing residents with diabetes
- Maintain accurate documentation throughout each shift
- Assist in the development of resident care plans

ABOUT YOU

We currently have positions available for individuals, who are committed to providing excellence in care and the best possible quality of life to our residents.
- An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote and support the values and ethos of The Salvation Army.
- Must have a Certificate III or IV in Aged Care and current First Aid Certificate
- An understanding and commitment to the provision of truly person centred care
- Understanding of WHS and infection control principles
- An understanding of residents’ changing care needs and how this translates in ACFI reviews
- Computer literacy and experience with documentation
- Excellent communication skills
- A commitment to continuous improvement
- Ability to work in a team environment
- One dose of the COVID-19 vaccination is required from 17 September 2021.
- National NDIS worker screening check

WE OFFER:

- Above Award wages
- Access to generous NFP salary packaging of up to $15,900 (save on tax)
- Access to relocation benefits through salary packaging options
- Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging
- Up to five weeks annual leave - when working flexible AMs and/or PMs, and/or nights and/or weekends
- Cost effective holiday accommodation at Salvation Army Holiday Houses
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work arrangements supporting you to achieve your work-life balance
- Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport
- Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Novated car leasing
- Learning and development to support you in your role
- Scholarships via Eva Burrows College
- Supported study options
- Employee assistance program
- Career progression opportunities
- Transfer opportunities - we are in every major city in Australia
- Making an impact - socially and environmentally - with one of the most loved charities in Australia

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled.
- Please note: a current Influenza vaccination and evidence of the COVID-19 vaccination are a requirement of employment at The Salvation Army Aged Care._
- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
- We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
- We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
- Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccina