Carer - Care Companion | Bendigo

Ready for a new career adventure?

Join Bupa Aged Care and be at the heart of it in Bupa Bendigo care home

As Australia's largest regional aged care and dementia provider, we continue to be part of communities driven by vision, passion and hard work

We make life better for thousands. That includes yours. You make a difference to our residents and their families, and we want to make sure you're absolutely supported to do just that.

The delightful Bendigo care home is located in the vibrant regional centre of Victoria. It consists of 152 beds, with various care units. Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.

The heart of the role

• At Bupa Aged Care, Carers have a voice and are empowered to contribute to improvements that better support residents to live longer, healthier and happier lives. We're always looking for ways to improve, and you'll be playing a pivotal role in the pursuit of best-quality outcomes for much loved and valued residents. You'll enjoy the variety, autonomy and satisfying rewards that only a career with Bupa Aged Care can provide.
• Whilst working shifts as a Carer – Care Companionship, you will bring a "Person First" approach in care planning and assisting our new residents and their families with the process of settling into the home and transitioning into an aged care setting.
• You will coordinate the admissions and respond to and assist with queries and concerns from the residents and their family members.
• You will advise new residents of additional services that are on offer and ensure services are delivered.
• You will complete meal service with the new residents as part of settling in by escorting them to the dining room and ensure they know how the meal service works.
• We're always looking for ways to improve, and you'll be playing a pivotal role in the pursuit of best-quality outcomes for much loved and valued residents.

The Benefits

• Free select health insurance products for you and your immediate family up to $5500*
• 5-x free telehealth GP appointments through Blua (our digital health platform) for you or your immediate family.
• VIVA Happier & Healthier - our employee wellbeing program - live healthier and happier – see more about Why we work at Bupa; We've got your back. We support our people to be the best version of themselves, physically and mentally, so they can be the best support for our customers. If our customers deserve outstanding healthcare, then so do you.
• Career development; You'll have a real say in shaping the future direction of the business and your own career because we believe that when you grow, Bupa grows.
• Access to leading training and professional development - supported by our quality education team and expert clinicians with a commitment to clinical excellence
• Comprehensive induction and buddy program - we set you up for success from the outset and ease you into your new role with support
• Be recognised and rewarded - Bupa Love Reward & Recognition Program ensures that the gratitude of our residents and their families is passed on to staff who deserve it

What will you bring?

• Min Certificate 3 qualification in either; Ageing, Individual Support, Care or Disability
• A passion and energy for world class care
• Ability to work as part of a tight-knit team and delegate effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong understanding of Resident Rights, and Aged Care Accreditation Standards and their Outcomes

Be at the Heart of It – your new team is ready to welcome you

Just so you know, everyone will be required to complete pre-employment checks as part of the application process.

Bupa cares about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity (including how one chooses to express it), ethnicity, disability (physical, mental and/or sensory), sexual orientation, religion or life stage. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. If you require any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know at the time of your application