Care Assistant - Storm Village

Samaritans; Taree; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Refer A Friend bonuses

Salary packaging options

Private health insurance discount

Fitness Passport access

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Newcastle Anglican is seeking a Full Time Care Assistant to join our Storm Village Aged Care Facility in Taree, NSW. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred care to residents, with a focus on compassion, respect and wellbeing.

This permanent role offers afternoon shifts and a supportive team environment. Applicants should hold a Certificate III/IV in Ageing Support (or be a RN student in 2nd/3rd year) and a current First Aid certificate.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Individual or Ageing Support, or 2nd/3rd Yr RN student.
• Current First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement) or willing to obtain.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual and within a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately document resident's care/progress.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Documentation

Verbal communication

Education

Certificate III/IV in Ageing Support

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Full Time Care Assistant - 76 hours per fortnight

Afternoon shifts

Newcastle Anglican is seeking experienced Care Assistants to join on a permanent Part-Time basis at our Aged Care Facility Storm Village in Taree. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing excellent care to seniors in our residential aged care home.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic individual looking to work in a great team environment. You will have the opportunity to make every moment matter by bringing respect, compassion, integrity and enhancing the wellbeing of our residents and consumers.

Why Work for us?

Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of up to $34.59 p/h
• Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
• Refer A Friend bonuses
• Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
• Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
• Career and development opportunities â we want you to flourish!
• Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
• Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave.
• Actively promote Anglican Care’s positive culture through interactions with residents, staff and their families
• Consistent delivery of person-centred care to residents in our facilities
• Observe confidentiality matters at all times associated with documentation and communications
• Abide by Aged Care Standards
• Work as an effective team member

About you?

• Certificate III/IV in Individual or Ageing Support, or 2nd/3rd Yr RN student
• Current First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement) or willing to obtain
• An ability to work effectively as an individual and within a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to accurately document resident's care/progress

Who we are?

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

You must have the right to work in Australia