Aged Care Companion & Medication Support

Uniting NSW & ACT; Waverley Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Rewards program

Fitness Passport

Supportive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Additional leave purchase

Job summary

Uniting NSW & ACT operates aged care facilities in NSW and is seeking a dedicated care worker to provide compassionate support to residents. You will help with daily living activities, assist with medications, and support social and recreational engagement within the home environment.

The role offers a supportive team, opportunities for career development, and benefits such as salary packaging up to $18,550 for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Care, companionship and emotional support to residents living in aged care.
• Daily living assistance including showering, hygiene, dressing and mealtimes.
• Medication assistance and simple wound dressings.
• Support residents in community-based recreational and social activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and companionship to residents to support independence and quality of life.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care.
• Administer or assist with medications as required.
• Support participation in social and recreational activities.

Skills

Care giving

Companionship

Emotional support

Mobility assistance

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or Individual Support

Job description

Uniting NSW & ACT operates aged care facilities in NSW and is seeking a dedicated care worker to provide compassionate support to residents. You will help with daily living activities, assist with medications, and support social and recreational engagement within the home environment.

The role offers a supportive team, opportunities for career development, and benefits such as salary packaging up to $18,550 for eligible staff.