Community Care Carer - Compassionate Support & Independence

Barcaldine Regional Council; Alpha; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Barcaldine Regional Council in Central West Queensland is seeking a Carer to deliver high quality, person-centred care and support to Community Care Services clients in line with individual care plans. You will assist with personal care, domestic tasks, home maintenance, social support and transport, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

This position offers regional living, varied hours, and the chance to work with a dedicated team across Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine and surrounding

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Care, or Disability Care, or demonstrated equivalent related experience with willingness to complete the Certificate.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module: Quality, Safety and You (completed or willingness to obtain).
• Successful completion of Infection Prevention and Control certification.
• Knowledge and a basic understanding of, or an assessed capacity to obtain an understanding of, the Aged Care Sector, NDIS, and relevant legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to work under limited supervision while maintaining client privacy and confidentiality.
• Proven ability to contribute positively to a team environment and support team operations.
• Sound computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite, records management systems, and online client reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to Community Care clients in accordance with individual care plans.
• Assist clients with personal care, domestic assistance, home maintenance, social support and transport.
• Support clients’ independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Contribute positively to a team to meet operational requirements.

Skills

Compassionate

People skills

Time management

Privacy & confidentiality

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Care / Disability Care

NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Records management systems

Online client reporting systems

Job description

Barcaldine Regional Council in Central West Queensland is seeking a Carer to deliver high quality, person-centred care and support to Community Care Services clients in line with individual care plans. You will assist with personal care, domestic tasks, home maintenance, social support and transport, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

This position offers regional living, varied hours, and the chance to work with a dedicated team across Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine and surrounding