Home & Community Support Worker

1 week ago

Leongatha, Australia Tarra Care Full time $32 - $40 per year

Tarra Care was created to increase the care and services delivered to our aged and people with disabilities across the greater Gippsland region. We strive to develop a team of local individuals that give back to their local community with compassion and gratitude.

Our aim is to enrich the lives, health, and well-being of individuals, their family, and network. We recognise the element of support the choice of care partners, support choices, care, and cultural needs.

Tara Care are seeking reliable, empathetic, and compassionate Care Givers to provide assistance to individuals in their own home using a person-centred approach, kind nature and respect for individual client choices.

The range of services we provide includes personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation, medication reminders, respite, shopping, transport, and companionship. The Tarra Care team assist their clients from 1 hour to 8 hours a day, 7 days a week.

To uphold our high standards of care and meet all mandatory needs, candidates must hold or be willing to gain the following before employment:

  • First Aid & CPR
  • NDIS Worker Screening ID
  • AU National Police Check
  • Full COVID19 vaccination Status
  • Annual Influenza Vaccination
  • Full driver license with comprehensive car insurance
  • Be either an Australian citizen, permanent resident or comply with the relevant visa requirements.

All applicants must also hold a Cert III/IV in Aged Care, Disability or be willing to undertake our Earn-As-You-Learn Program in partnership with an accredited RTO.

How to Apply and our Recruitment Process

To be considered for a position with Tarra Care please apply with your current resume, and a covering letter that outlines your interest and how you meet the criteria listed above.

We are interested in getting to know you a little better. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake a telephone screening with our Human Resources Officer and a job/behavioural fit questionnaire.

Limited places are available at any given time. You may be talent pooled for opportunities and contacted as they become available.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is an Earn-As-You Learn Program?

Earn-As-You-learn Programs are roles that combine work, structured training, and formal assessment, which lead to a qualification.

Earn-As-You-learn Programs can be undertaken on a full time or part-time basis and can be used as a valuable steppingstone to further your career in your chosen industry.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $32.56 – $40.93 per hour

Education:

  • Certificate I - IV (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • First Aid Certification (Preferred)
  • Working with Children Check (Preferred)
  • National Police Certificate (Preferred)
  • Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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