Care Worker: Guaranteed Hours, Training & Benefits

Silverchain; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Superannuation

Paid kilometers

Salary packaging

Cert 3 training

CPR and First Aid training

Job summary

Silverchain is hiring a Care Worker in the Glen Waverley area of Melbourne. You will help older Australians maintain independence through home care, personal support and light housekeeping. A valid driver’s licence and own insured vehicle are required, with at least 3 months of similar experience.

The role offers guaranteed hours, an award rate of 34.42 AUD per hour plus Super and paid kilometres, plus an employee benefits program and learning opportunities to gain Cert 3 qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3 months+ experience in a similar role.
• Experience with personal care, mobility and medications preferred.
• Valid Australian driver’s licence and own insured vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide home help: housekeeping, bed making, cleaning and laundry.
• Meal planning, grocery shopping and basic household errands.
• Assist with personal care: getting clients out of bed, shower, dress, medication support.
• Support clients to maintain independence and mobility; assist with therapy goals.
• Provide social and emotional support; transport clients to activities or appointments.

Skills

Personal care

Manual handling

Hoist training

Medications

Education

Cert 3 training

Job description

Silverchain is hiring a Care Worker in the Glen Waverley area of Melbourne. You will help older Australians maintain independence through home care, personal support and light housekeeping. A valid driver’s licence and own insured vehicle are required, with at least 3 months of similar experience.

The role offers guaranteed hours, an award rate of 34.42 AUD per hour plus Super and paid kilometres, plus an employee benefits program and learning opportunities to gain Cert 3 qualifications.