Care Service Employee Trainee

Illaroo Co-Operative Aboriginal Corp; Nowra; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring while studying

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Illaroo Cooperative Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Aged Care Trainee to gain practical experience in residential aged care while working towards a nationally recognised Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).

You will join our care team, support residents with daily needs, and develop the knowledge and competencies to become a qualified aged care worker, all within a culturally safe Aboriginal-led environment.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal identified position required.
• Willingness to undertake and complete a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).
• Ability to work within a culturally safe, person-centred care environment.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily care needs in residential aged care.
• Learn and develop the knowledge, skills and competencies to become a qualified aged care worker.
• Contribute to culturally safe and respectful care within the team.

Skills

Aboriginal identified position

Excellent organisation

Communication

Time management

Care teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Job description

ABOUT US

Illaroo Cooperative Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit Indigenous organisation that provides a range of high-quality care services to both residential and community-based elderly care across the Shoalhaven region.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands we work on, and we are committed to supporting the employment, development, and leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Aged Care Trainee position provides an opportunity to gain practical experience working in residential aged care while completing a nationally recognised Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing).

The trainee will work as part of Illaroo's care team, supporting residents with their daily care needs while developing the knowledge, skills and competencies required to work as a qualified aged care worker.

As an Aboriginal aged care service, Illaroo is committed to providing culturally safe, respectful and person-centred care. The trainee will be expected to contribute to an environment that respects Aboriginal culture, identity, family, community and connection to Country.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Aboriginal identified position
• Excellent organisation, communication and time management skills
• Self – driven with a passion to always put residents first
• Genuine interest in developing a career in aged care and supporting older people.
• Willingness and commitment to undertake and successfully complete a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) as part of the traineeship.
• Caring, respectful and compassionate approach when working with older people.
• Willingness to learn new skills, follow instructions and accept feedback and guidance.

As part of the recruitment and selection process, you will be required to provide a National Criminal History Check and current Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

At Illaroo Cooperative Aboriginal Corporation you will become part of a culturally strong and supportive team, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a respectful, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Joining our team gives you the opportunity to learn with purpose and make a positive impact on the quality of life of our residents and the community.

We offer:

• Support and mentoring while completing your studies
• Salary packaging options
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for professional development to support your career progression

For more information about the benefits of working at Illaroo Cooperative Aboriginal Corporation, please visit https://www.illaroo.com.au.