Care Assistants

Newcastle Anglican; Gloucester; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

School fee discount

Salary packaging

Private health insurance

Career development

Fitness Passport access

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Newcastle Anglican is seeking Care Assistants to join our team at Mirrabooka Place, Gloucester NSW. You will contribute to compassionate, person-centred care for residents in our aged care homes and help create a safe and welcoming living environment.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, uphold our values of respect and integrity, and have opportunities to develop your skills through training, support and career progression. Weekend and evening shifts available.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support or Cert III Health Service Assistance or BA Nursing (2nd/3rd year).
• Current First Aid Certificate required or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to document residents' care accurately and promptly.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Documentation

Communication

Education

Certificate III Individual Support

Cert III Health Service Assistance

BA Nursing (2nd/3rd year)

Job description

The Opportunity

Newcastle Anglican are seeking Care Assistants to join their team at Mirrabooka Place - Gloucester NSW.. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing excellent care to seniors in our residential aged care homes.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic individual looking to gain further experience 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.

Currently There Are a Range Of Permanent Shifts Available

• Weekend morning (0630-1500) + afternoon shifts (1445-2045)
• Weekday short shifts (1600-2000)
• Weekday + weekend night shifts (2045-0645)

Why Work for us?

Benefits

Our teams are the heart of what we do here at Newcastle Anglican. As a part of the team, you have access to the following great benefits:

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 rates
• Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
• Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
• Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
• Career and development opportunities – 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.

About you?

• Certificate III Individual Support / Cert III Health Service Assistance or BA Nursing Students 2nd + 3rd Yr
• 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 residents care/progress

Role & Responsibilities:

• Actively promote Anglican Care’s positive culture through interactions with residents, staff and their families
• Consistent delivery of person centered 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

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.

For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at [e-mail]

You must have the right to work in Australia

No third party applications please