Care Service Employee - Casual

Aged & Community Services Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award Wages

Not For Profit salary packaging

Meal and entertainment benefits

Relocation benefits

Five weeks annual leave

Flexible rosters

Paid parental leave

Fitness Passport

Novated car leasing

Learning and development

Employee Assistance Program

Career progression

Transfer opportunities

Making an impact

Job summary

The Salvation Army Aged Care is seeking Care Service Employees to provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents at Carpenter Court Aged Care Centre in NSW. You will deliver daily living assistance, monitor health parameters, and support care plans with respect and dignity.

You will work collaboratively in a team, follow established procedures, and maintain accurate records. Applicants should have Certificate III or IV in Aged Care and current First Aid, with a commitment to continuous

Qualifications

• We are looking for candidates who can promote the values and ethos of The Salvation Army.
• Experience delivering person-centred care and support.
• Commitment to high standards of safety, infection control and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care and assistance to meet individual needs, ensuring privacy and dignity.
• Recognise and respond to changes in residents' health and well-being.
• Complete simple wound dressings and implement continence programs.
• Attend routine checks (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, blood sugar).
• Assist in managing residents with diabetes and documenting care.
• Develop and update resident care plans and maintain shift documentation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Working

Hard Work and Dedication

Blood Pressure

Blood Sugar

Care Planning

Endocrinology

Health Care

Infection Control

Well-being and Personal Care

Medications

Nursing Home Care

First Aid and Preparedness

Caregiving

Computer Literacy

Education

Certificate III or IV in Aged Care

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical
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Skills Required: Communication Skills Team Working Hard Work and Dedication Blood Pressure Blood Sugar Business Process Improvement Care Planning Endocrinology Health Care Infection Control Language Translation Well-being and Personal Care Medications Nursing Home Care First Aid and Preparedness Caregiving Computer Literacy

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description

You will play key role in delivering our award-winning model of care and make a real difference to residents' quality of life.

In the role of Care Service Employee at The Salvation Army, you will build strong, positive relationships with our residents and be responsible for the delivery of personal care and assistance to meet individual needs of our consumers. The role is to deliver homely and loving environments by providing care with compassion, respect, integrity and dignity.

You will be able to work under limited supervision and in accordance with the resident's care plan to:

• Ensure the privacy and dignity of residents is maintained at all times and that all personal interactions reflect respect and compassion
• Recognise and respond to change in the condition of residents' health & well-being
• Complete simple wound dressings
• Implement continence programs
• Attend to routine checks, i.e. blood pressure, temperature, pulse, blood sugar
• Assist in managing residents with diabetes
• Maintain accurate documentation throughout each shift
• Assist in the development of resident care plans

About the Employer

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

• Join one of the most loved charities in Australia
• Well-established industry leading aged care provider with national coverage
• Above Award Wages with generous Not For Profit tax benefits (also for casuals)
• Up to five weeks annual leave
• Represent a world-class organisation
• Supportive and Inclusive team environment

Accommodating only 42 residents, Carpenter Court Aged Care Centre offers a caring and supportive lifestyle in a lively setting. Located at a prime spot directly opposite the Merewether Beach, the centre enjoys open sea breeze, majestic views and we are only 10 minutes away from Newcastle CBD.

About the Candidate

We currently have positions available for individuals, who are committed to providing excellence in care and the best possible quality of life to our residents.

We are looking for candidates with:

• An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote and support the values and ethos of The Salvation Army.
• Must have a Certificate III or IV in Aged Care and current First Aid Certificate
• Experience assisting with medication
• An understanding and commitment to the provision of truly person-centred care
• Understanding of WHS and infection control principles
• An understanding of residents' changing care needs and how this translates in AN-ACC reviews
• Computer literacy and experience with documentation
• A commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to work in a team environment
• National NDIS worker screening check

Care Service Employees at The Salvation Army Aged Care enjoy:

• Above Award wages + super + allowances & shift penalties
• Access to generous Not For Profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year (also for casuals)
• Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging
• Access to relocation benefits through salary packaging options
• Up to five weeks annual leave - when working flexible AMs and/or PMs, and/or nights and/or weekends
• No rotating rosters with Salvos, we will support you to achieve work-life balance
• Up to 12 weeks Paid parental leave
• Salvos Wellness - Access to Fitness Passport
• Novated car leasing
• Learning and development to support you in your role
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Career progression opportunities
• Transfer opportunities - we are in every major city in Australia
• Making an impact - socially and environmentally - with one of the most loved charities in Australia

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