Care Assistant - Aged Care at Home - Atherton

Ozcare Group; Atherton; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Kilometre reimbursement

5 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging

Meal Entertainment Card

Private health discounts

Uniform allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ozcare Group in Queensland is seeking compassionate, permanent part-time Care Assistants to support older Australians and people living with disability to live independently at home. The role is based in the Atherton and Innisfail region, and you must live within Atherton or Innisfail.

You will provide person-centred care, assist with personal care and mobility, support with medications and daily tasks, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve holistic client outcomes.

Qualifications

• All required certifications and licenses must be current.
• Experience in home-care settings is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care per individual care plans.
• Support independence, wellbeing and quality of life.
• Assist with personal care tasks and mobility support.
• Assist with medication prompts and organisational policies.
• Support with domestic tasks, meals, shopping and appointments.
• Monitor changes in health and wellbeing and report promptly.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care team for holistic outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Strong communication

Reliability & flexibility

Team player

Health & safety focus

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability, Home & Community or equivalent)

Current First Aid and CPR Certificates

Current Queensland Driver Licence

Current National Police Screening Check (last 3 years)

Vaccination status for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis

Job description

Ozcare is a leading Queensland not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting older Australians and people living with disability to live independently at home.

We are currently seeking compassionate and reliable permanent part-time Care Assistants to join our Community team in the Atherton and Innisfail region.

*Must live within Atherton or Innisfail*

Your Role

As a Care Assistant, you'll support older Australians and people living with disability to remain independent, safe and connected within their own homes and communities. Working closely with clients, families and the broader care team, you will deliver person-centred care and support in line with individual care plans.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality care and support in accordance with personalised care plans

• Supporting clients to maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life

• Assisting with personal care tasks including showering, dressing, grooming and mobility support

• Assisting with medication prompts and medication support in accordance with organisational policies

• Supporting clients with domestic assistance, meal preparation, shopping and appointments

• Monitoring and reporting changes in clients' health, wellbeing or support needs

• Maintaining accurate documentation and client records

• Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary care team to deliver holistic client outcomes

Your Attributes

We’re looking for people who are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of others. You will bring:

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach to supporting others

• A commitment to delivering person-centred care

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Reliability, flexibility and a positive attitude

• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team environment

• A strong focus on health, safety and client wellbeing

How You'll Benefit

You’ll become part of the Ozcare family and, in addition to the training and support you would expect, you’ll also enjoy:

• $37.34 per hour + Superannuation + Access to Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging

• Reimbursement for kilometres travelled ($1.14 per km) and paid travel time between clients

• 5 weeks annual leave + 14% annual leave loading

• Optional salary packaging up to $15,900, Novated Leases + $2,650 Meal Entertainment Card

• Private health insurance discounts

• Uniform and laundry allowance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities

Role Requirements

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability, Home & Community or equivalent)

• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates

• Current Queensland Driver Licence

• A reliable roadworthy vehicle with current registration and comprehensive insurance

• Ability to safely transport clients and mobility equipment where required

• Current National Police Screening Check (valid within the last 3 years) or willingness to obtain one

• Proof of immunity, or willingness to become vaccinated against Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella (Chicken Pox) and Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

• Good computer and mobile device literacy

• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including personal care, domestic assistance, mobility support and community access activities

• Availbility between 7am and 5pm- preferred

• Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including afternoon, weekend shifts as required

We're hiring smiles! Our people are our greatest asset and we acknowledge and thank them for their dedication, compassion and commitment to helping our clients live their best lives.

Welcoming All

At Ozcare, we celebrate diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported. First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.