Home Care Support Worker/Carer/EN

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Private Advertiser Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

We are recruiting Home Care Support Workers/ Carers / Enrolled and Registered Nurses, to take care of an elderly client at his home in Glenelg North.

A little about the client:

  • Elderly gentleman
  • Speech, hearing and vision impairments
  • Unsteady on feet when walking or standing
  • On modified diet and thickened fluids

Duties include:

  • Medication Management
  • Diabetes Management
  • Wound management
  • Check vital signs and relevant assessment
  • Personal hygiene - fully assist with showering, dressing, and undressing
  • Encourage and assist with daily exercise
  • Toileting and incontinent management
  • Physical assistance by 1 x person with mobility and transferring
  • Feeding, modified diet and thickened fluids preparation
  • Exercises including whole body, speech, and breathing
  • Encourage social activities, chatting and spending time with the client

What we offer:

  • We are a small, friendly and supportive team
  • Workplace is mainly in client's home
  • We are looking for morning, afternoon and night shift workers with regular shift hours rostered - hours can be negotiated to suit your needs; from one shift per fortnight up to full-time hours with permanent positions available
  • Fully paid training provided, including; comprehensive induction, detailed care plan and duty list
  • Training will be provided on shifts with the RN present - you won't be allocated to a shift on your own until you feel comfortable and confident
  • RN is on call 24/7 to provide you with support
  • Communication with the RN is encouraged, either; in person, via email or phone for any questions, debriefing or just simply to catch-up - we understand it can sometimes be a little overwhelming to start in a new position, especially on your own, so we are conscious of providing the necessary support to you, as we do to all of our staff
  • Pay rate negotiable, with conditions of employment based on the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Industrial Service Award 2010; dependent on skills and experience

Who you will be:

  • Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in aged care or similar field preferred; with both Overseas and Australian nursing or caring experience to be considered
  • Pleasant nature, always bringing a positive attitude to work
  • Genuine care and respect for the elderly
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Great attitude towards learning and adapting to client's routine and care needs
  • Always mindful of the client's and your safety, as a top priority

Qualifications and Other Requirements:

  • Minimum of Certificate III in aged care, disability, community or relevant area
  • Experience in aged care or similar areas (desirable), however full training will be provided
  • Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and Flu (evidence required)
  • National Police Clearance certificate (within 12 months, evidence required)
  • CPR, medication competency and manual handling certificates (evidence required)
  • If successful at Interview stage, a pre-employment medical is required (paid for by Employer)

We would love to meet you to discuss the possibility of you joining our team and to answer any questions you may have about the position we offer.

Please click the "APPLY" button to send us your Resume and cover letter online now. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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