Aged Care & Disability Support

JobzSmart- Community Services; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community services provider in Cairns seeks reliable support workers to enhance the quality of life for elderly or disabled clients. You will assist with personal care, mobility, and household tasks, engaging clients socially, and providing emotional support. Ideal candidates will have a Certificate III in Individual Support and CPR certification, with flexibility in working hours and conditions.

Qualifications

• Genuine commitment to elderly care.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients, families, and team members.
• Trustworthiness and respect for confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks.
• Help clients safely move around.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain hygiene.
• Engage clients in social activities.
• Provide empathetic care to alleviate anxiety.
• Maintain accurate records of client care.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Effective communication

Reliability

Physical capability

Previous caregiving experience

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

First aid and CPR certification

Job description

Aged Care & Disability Support Positions Available Now!

We are looking for reliable and compassionate support workers to join JobzSmart- Community Services. As a care worker, your role is pivotal in enhancing the quality of life among elderly or disabled clients in the community. You will provide personalised support with daily activities, ensuring their physical comfort and emotional well-being in a safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care Assistance: Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting while respecting their dignity and privacy.
• Mobility Support: Help clients move around safely using appropriate equipment such as walkers.
• Household Support: Perform housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry to maintain a hygienic living space.
• Companionship: Engage clients in social activities and meaningful conversations to prevent isolation.
• Emotional Support: Provide empathetic care to alleviate anxiety and promote mental well-being.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client care, including observations and any changes in their condition.

Qualifications and Skills

• Compassionate and patient attitude with a genuine commitment to elderly care.
• Effective communication skills to interact with clients, families, and team members.
• Reliability, trustworthiness, and respect for confidentiality.
• Physical capability to assist with mobility and personal care tasks.
• Previous experience in caregiving, healthcare, or related fields is advantageous.
• First aid and CPR certification is required.
• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
• Police Check

Working Conditions

• Choose your own hours, locations and how you are employed (Casual, part-time, full-time)

This role requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to providing high-quality care tailored to the individual needs clients.

Apply and register now!