Support Worker
4 days ago
Short Description
- Provide care to clients in their own home
- Casual role, offering flexible working hours
Several employee benefits, incl. competitive and above award pay rates
The Organisation
Silverchain is the leading provider of complete in home care services in Australia, supporting 115,000 people of all ages each year, across a range of services in their homes including hospital in the home, palliative care, aged care (Home Care Packages and Commonwealth Home Support Programme), allied health, social support, and virtual care monitoring.
We believe that everyone deserves the right to choose where they receive their care, and that home care helps keep our clients connected to their community.
The opportunity
We are currently hiring experienced and passionate Care Aides to join our Aged Care Team in Augusta on a casual basis. We are seeking candidates who have at least three weekdays available. Our busiest period of care delivery is between Monday - Friday 8:00am – 3:00pm. If you are available for some, or all of this time period then we would love to hear from you
*This position primarily involves travel throughout the Augusta areas. Candidates residing in or near Augusta are strongly preferred.
Servicing the following suburbs: Alexandra Bridge, Augusta, Bramley, Burnside, Courtenay, Cowaramup, Forest Grove, Gnarabup, Gracetown, Hamelin Bay, Karridale, Kudardup, Margaret River, Metricup, Molloy Island, Osmington, Prevelly, Redgate, Rosa Brook, Rosa Glen, Scott River, Treeton, Warner Glen, Witchcliffe.
About you
- Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, HACC, Disability is highly desirable, although not essential.
- Those with a relevant Certificate will require a minimum of 3 months relevant care worker experience. Those without a relevant Certificate will require a minimum of 6+ months relevant care worker experience (FTE).
- Experience working in a home care/community setting is highly desirable.
- A valid Drivers' License with unrestricted access to a registered vehicle which is appropriately insured and in good condition, is essential.
- Ability and willingness to work autonomously in the community, travelling from home to home, referring to a digital schedule and care plan, via a mobile app, will be essential.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills are essential.
Benefits
- $45.10 per hour (inc 25% casual loading) + super
- Travel allowance of $1.03 per k/m
- Provided with a mobile phone for work purposes.
- Discounts from several retailers, health insurance & fitness providers etc. incl. HBF, Medibank and NIB.
- Social club discounts - cheaper tickets to events & attractions incl. cinemas, theatre shows, Zoo, Aqwa, Scitech, Adventure World and more
- Several recognition and education support programs available.
- Referral Scheme – receive $250 e-voucher, for each friend or family member you refer, who commences work with Silverchain.
How to apply
To submit your application, and to view a copy of the Position Description, click 'Apply'. If you would like to discuss this opportunity further with our Recruitment Team, please contact Cherry Pakornroongrueng, email:
Please note suitable applications may be added to Silverchain's Talent Pool, for consideration of current and/or future vacancies. Please note that inclusion in the Talent Pool does not guarantee a job offer.
At Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.
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