Care Support Employee

Uniting; Bangalee; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

U rewards program

Fitness Passport

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Uniting Osborne Nowra is seeking casual Care Support Staff to provide care, companionship and support in our aged care home located in Nowra.

You will assist with daily living tasks, medication support, and participate in community activities to enhance residents’ quality of life. Prior Aged Care/Individual Support qualifications are preferred, and applicants should be adaptable and empathetic.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent.
• Experience in aged or community care preferred.
• Be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Assist with daily living activities, including hygiene and meals.
• Assist with medication and wound dressings.
• Support residents in community-based activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathetic

Adaptable

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or Individual Support

Job description

Care Support Staff

• Up to $35.98 p/h + Casual Loading and Super
• Located in Nowra
• Casual Aged Care opportunities for qualified carers

Uniting Osborne Nowra is a vibrant home, with Nowra’s local shops, restaurants, and amenities right on the doorstep.

We have five separate households, each with between 25 and 29 residents, including a Memory Support Unit for people living with dementia. Our Uniting Homemaker ensures that the community is thriving and doing things that are meaningful and enjoyable.

Curious about working at Uniting?

A Day In The Life with Uniting Aged Care

What you’ll be doing in this role

• You’ll provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents living in our aged care home, to help support their independence and improve their quality of life
• Providing daily living assistance such as showering, personal hygiene, dressing, help at mealtimes and with general mobility
• Assisting with medication and simple wound dressings
• Supporting residents in community-based recreational and social activities.

Who we’re looking for

• Ideally, you’ll have a Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.
• You’ll have previous experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin your career in aged care if you’re studying or have recently become qualified.
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic, and resourceful, and you will be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Employee Referral Program - $250 bonus for each successful referral

We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Who is Uniting?

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, and Reference Checks.