Casual Aged Care Worker — Flexible Shifts

Southern Cross Care Nsw & Act; Sydney; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Meal and entertainment benefits

Fitness Passport

Discounted private health insurance

Wellbeing initiatives

Ongoing Training and Development

LinkedIn Training

Career Progression

Job summary

Southern Cross Care NSW & ACT in Turramurra is seeking a compassionate Care Service Employee for casual shifts across mornings, afternoons and nights. You will support residents with personal care, meals, activities, and documentation, under the supervision of registered staff.

We welcome applicants with Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support, or 2nd year Nursing students who have completed one placement. Flexibility and respectful, team-oriented communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support, or 2nd year Nursing student with 1 placement.
• Experience in a similar role in aged care.
• Genuine enthusiasm, care and compassion for elderly people.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Respect for all people regardless of background, age, gender, religion and ethnicity.
• Flexible to do AM/PM and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care including showering.
• Support residents with meals.
• Contribute to care planning with registered staff.
• Document care and services provided to residents.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities.

Skills

Compassionate

Effective communication

Independent and team player

Respect for all people

Flexible to shifts

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Individual Support

Nursing student (2nd year with 1 placement)

Job description

Southern Cross Care NSW & ACT in Turramurra is seeking a compassionate Care Service Employee for casual shifts across mornings, afternoons and nights. You will support residents with personal care, meals, activities, and documentation, under the supervision of registered staff.

We welcome applicants with Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support, or 2nd year Nursing students who have completed one placement. Flexibility and respectful, team-oriented communication are essential.