Care Assistants

Anglican Care; Taree; On-site; AUD 39,312 - 55,990; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay up to AUD 34.59

Salary packaging options

Private health insurance

Refer A Friend bonuses

Parental leave

Gym access via Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Newcastle Anglican is seeking Care Assistants for casual shifts across Mid North Coast facilities at Taree and Gloucester, NSW. Join a multi-disciplinary team to provide excellent, compassionate care to residents in our aged care home.

Shifts include morning, afternoon and night. The role offers a supportive team and opportunities for development within a faith-based organisation that values wellbeing of residents.

Qualifications

• Healthcare support experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and families.
• Maintain confidentiality in documentation and communications.

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

Skills

First Aid Certificate

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III/IV in Individual or Ageing Support

RN student (2nd/3rd year)

Job description

Care Assistants

The Opportunity:

Newcastle Anglican are seeking experienced Care Assistants to join on a casual basis working across our Mid North Coast facilities Taree + Gloucester NSW.

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.

Shifts include Morning + Afternoon + Night shifts covering leave periods.

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 – 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.

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

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 residents 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.

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

You must have the right to work in Australia

No third party applications please