Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
JOB DESCRIPTION - AGED OR DISABLED CARER ABOUT COMPANY - VALUE CARE LIMITED
Value Care Limited is a national not-for-profit organisation providing disability and aged care services across Australia. The organisation delivers individualised support designed to promote independence, inclusion, dignity and positive outcomes for people experiencing disability, disadvantage or other barriers to community participation. Value Care Limited focuses on supporting individuals to maintain their quality of life, participate in their communities and access appropriate care and assistance according to their individual needs.
Location: Buronga, NSW 2739, Australia
Job Title: Aged or Disabled Carer
Salary: AUD $80,000 - 100,000 per annum
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily living assistance to older people and individuals with disabilities, ensuring their comfort, safety, dignity and personal wellbeing.
- Assist clients with personal hygiene activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing and maintaining appropriate personal care routines.
- Support clients with mobility, walking, transferring and using mobility aids to promote independence and reduce the risk of injuries.
- Prepare and serve meals in accordance with clients' dietary requirements, preferences and individual support plans.
- Assist clients with household activities, including cleaning, laundry, changing bedding and maintaining a clean, hygienic and safe living environment.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments, shopping trips, recreational activities and community outings as required.
- Provide companionship, emotional support and reassurance to clients to promote social inclusion and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Encourage clients to participate in suitable social, recreational and daily living activities based on their individual abilities, interests and preferences.
- Assist clients with shopping, purchasing essential household items and completing everyday errands when required.
- Observe and report changes in clients' physical condition, emotional wellbeing, behaviour or daily living abilities to the relevant supervisor or care coordinator.
- Follow individual care plans, workplace procedures and safe manual handling practices when providing personal care and daily living assistance.
- Maintain accurate daily care notes and records of services provided, and communicate relevant information to supervisors and other authorised care staff.
- Respect clients' privacy, confidentiality, cultural backgrounds and personal choices while delivering person-centred care.
- Follow workplace health and safety requirements, infection prevention procedures and relevant organisational policies to maintain a safe environment for clients and staff.
- Assist clients in developing and maintaining daily living skills to the extent of their abilities, supporting greater independence and participation in the community.
Skills and Qualifications
- Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability Support or a related qualification will be advantageous.
- Relevant experience in providing personal care, aged care services or disability support.
- Understanding of individual care plans, personal hygiene, mobility assistance and safe manual handling procedures.
- Ability to provide compassionate, respectful and person-centred care while maintaining clients' dignity and independence.
- Good communication, interpersonal and active listening skills.
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions from care coordinators, supervisors and other authorised personnel.
- Understanding of workplace health and safety, infection prevention, client confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Strong organisational skills, patience and the ability to respond appropriately to clients' changing needs.
- Ability to maintain accurate care records and communicate concerns regarding clients' health, safety and wellbeing.
- Ability to work collaboratively with care staff and other support personnel to ensure consistent and appropriate service delivery.