Casual Care Companion

Casual Care Companion - Northern Suburbs

Competitive Hourly Rate Salary Packaging Super

Casual position available

Availability for Nights Sleepovers is desirable

Our organisation is nearly 100 years old and built on foundations of care and support, core values that still stand strong throughout all our services today. To this end, we are proud of our heritage, the services we deliver and our people

Our core values of Respect, Care and Honesty underpin who we are, our behaviours and how we operate, we call this The RAAFA Way We have an amazing culture, led by our people who make a real impact to the lives of those we care for every single day.

We aim to create communities open to all. Our Seniors Living services are connected and offer a continuum of care to people living across our seven large, active and vibrant retirement living estates. Whether it's one of our five warm and welcoming residential aged care homes or our in-home individualized care and services provider, RAAFA Connect, we are in the business of people looking after people.

About Perth Care & Companion Company:

Perth Care & Companion Company (PCCC) is a local provider of care and companion services to Seniors living in Perth, offering support in individuals' homes and in residential care. PCCC aims to assist individuals in maintaining and enhancing the physical, emotional and social well-being and independence of older people, their carer's and families. PCCC's mission is to provide sustainable solutions that empower Seniors to make the most of their lives while supporting busy families in caring for their loved ones.

As a Casual Care Companion for PCCC, you will support clients to achieve and maintain well-being and independence as outlined in the individual service plan and in partnership with the individual and their family including, but not limited to, personal care, housework, social support, shopping, transport to appointments, meal preparation and general tasks which are required to manage a household. As a Care Companion for PCCC, you will become part of the client's support system and build a positive relationship with them and their families.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies that arise within the next 6 months from date of first appointment.

Benefits to you:

• Competitive Rates - RAAFA Continues to support our people with above award rates across the business
• Salary packaging– as a non-profit organisation, you can salary package up to $18,549
• Penalty Rates - earn penalty rates on weekend shifts
• Free onsite parking – all sites have free onsite parking with plenty availability
• Career & Development Paths – RAAFA offers various ongoing career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program - Access confidential counselling services for personal or work related issues
• Employee Referral Program - earn bonuses for recommending friends
• Discounted Services - including health insurance and gym membership
• Corporate Zoo Membership - Visit Perth Zoo for free
• Supportive culture- be welcomed into an organisation who provide a supportive, friendly and positive culture within all of our staffing groups

About the role:

• A rewarding role working with clients across the Northern Suburbs.
• Support Clients to remain living at home.
• Assist with client's personal care.
• Ensuring client's home environment remains clean and organised.
• Assist in the preparation of meals for the clients.
• Provide support to clients by assisting with shopping.
• Support the clients socially and domestically while creating a positive rapport.
• Encourage and promote the independence and freedom of choice of clients.

What you need:

• Possess a Certificate III in Aged Care or hold a similar qualification.
• Previous experience working in the community or Residential Aged Care.
• A valid drivers licence with access to your own vehicle.
• Be eligible to work in Australia.
• Satisfactory National Police Certificate (on commencement of employment to be within six months from date of issue) or willing to obtain one.
• Be up to date with your COVID 19 and flu vaccinations.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to the elderly with empathy and understand their needs.
• Demonstrate flexible decision making and advanced problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively plan and prioritise work tasks.
• Enjoy building positive relationships with clients and their families.
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If you have any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at *** or ***************

RAAFA WA reserves the right to withdraw, shortlist and interview applicants at any time.