Carer

RFBI; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17.5% Annual Leave loading

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Career development opportunities

Job summary

RFBI is seeking an experienced Aged Care Carer for our Tamworth Village. You will provide a wide range of personal care services to residents and contribute to high-quality, person-centred care in a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, basic clinical care, wound dressings, medication delivery, and accurate reporting in the iCare system. Must hold a Certificate III in Aged Care, current First Aid, and be eligible to work in Australia.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience in an aged care environment is preferred.
• Current First Aid Certificate is required.
• Must be eligible to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Shower, dress, groom, assist with meals and make beds.
• Provide basic clinical care including wound dressings and assisting with medication delivery; record observations.
• Care management for diabetes, arthritis and other conditions.
• Enter reports and observations into the iCare system.
• Assist and follow directions of the Care Manager to deliver person-centred care.

Skills

Effective communication

Enthusiastic attitude

Aged care experience

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Job description

15d ago , from Royal Freemasons Benevolent Institution

The Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (known as RFBI) is a non-for profit (NFP) organisation that has been in operation for 145 years. We currently operate 22 residential aged care villages, 20 retirement villages and a range of home and community services across NSW and ACT.

Position Information:

We are currently seeking experienced aged care Carers to join our wonderful team and work at our Tamworth Village. You will play a key part in our care team by providing a wide range of personal care services to our residents.

We are an award winning, leading aged care provider delivering best quality aged care services that are making a difference in people’s lives.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Shower, dress, groom, assist with meals and make the beds
• Providing basic clinical care including; wound dress, assist with medication delivery and record basic clinical observations.
• Provide care management for diabetes, arthritis and other conditions.
• Entering reports and observations into our computer program-iCare.
• Assisting and following directions of the Care Manager to achieve the best possible person-centred care

What we look for:

• Certificate III in Aged Care
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Previous experience in an aged care environment
• An enthusiastic and motivated approach
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Must be eligible to work in Australia.

What’s on offer:

• Work for one of the best providers in the aged care sector
• Attractive hourly rates, conditions and salary sacrifice options
• A friendly and supportive manager, culture & team
• Opportunities for develop and advance your career
• 17.5% Annual Leave loading
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To find out more about RFBI and for a comprehensive list showcasing all of RFBI’s current opportunities, please visit: http://rfbi.com.au