Care Worker - The Garrison

Uniting NSW & ACT; Mosman; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewards program

Fitness Passport

Career growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Referral bonus ($250)

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Uniting NSW & ACT provides care and support for residents in aged care homes, helping them live independently and improve quality of life. You will assist with daily living tasks, personal care and meals, and support medications and wound dressings. There is also emphasis on enabling participation in social activities and community-based programs.

A welcoming, inclusive environment supports growth and career progression, with rewards, discounts, fitness access, and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in aged or community care preferred.
• Empathetic, adaptable and aligns with Uniting values.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents to support independence and quality of life.
• Assist with daily living activities including showering, personal hygiene, dressing and meals.
• Assist with medications and simple wound dressings.
• Support residents in community-based recreational and social activities.

Skills

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care

Experience in aged care

Empathy & adaptability

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or equivalent

Job description

• 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.

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

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.

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.