Community Support Assistant - Bacchus Marsh

VMCH; Bacchus Marsh; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + salary packaging

Flexible, family-friendly hours

Professional development opportunities

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

VMCH is seeking a Community Support Assistant to provide personalised care to ageing clients in Bacchus Marsh and surrounding areas, supporting daily living, social activities and transport as needed.

The role focuses on helping clients maintain independence, wellbeing and quality of life, with a focus on person-centred care and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support (Aging) or equivalent, or Certificate IV in Aged care or Ageing Support.
• A current Victorian driver’s licence and access to a fully insured vehicle for travel between client homes.
• Willingness to obtain First Aid, CPR & Police check.
• Previous experience at an Aged Care facility (desirable).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with older people; patient and respectful.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care and support to ageing clients within their homes and community.
• Assist with daily living activities, social support, personal care, domestic duties and transport when required.
• Promote independence, wellbeing and safety while maintaining accurate records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support

Certificate IV in Aged Care or Ageing Support

Tools

MS Office

Victorian driver’s licence

Job description

Community Support Assistant - Bacchus Marsh

• Provide meaningful care to clients inside their own homes
• Generous rates + salary packaging | Minimum of 3 days of availability (Monday - Friday)
• Support clients in Bacchus Marsh and surrounding areas

The position

As a Community Support Assistant, you will provide personalised care and support to ageing clients within their homes and community.

The role focuses on helping clients maintain their independence, wellbeing, and quality of life through assistance with daily living activities, social support, personal care, domestic assistance, and transport services where required.

VMCH supports our community and your career.

Highly focused on person-centred care, you’ll be across a range of communication strategies to promote positive interpersonal exchanges and interactions. All while completing accurate records and assisting to create safe and healthy environments for clients.

What’s required

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support (Aging) or equivalent, or Certificate IV in Aged care or Ageing Support
• A current Victorian driver’s licence and access to a fully insured (comprehensive), registered vehicle for travel between client homes
• Willingness to obtain - First Aid, CPR & Police check
• Previous experience at an Aged Care facility (desired)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to converse and relate to older people with understanding, patience and sensitivity
• Strong commitment to client service and care
• Team focused and supportive of colleagues
• Able to work without supervision
• Self-motivated and positive in outlook
• Ability to prioritise and organise to meet timeframes
• Sensitive and able to maintain confidentiality of both colleagues and clients
• Computer skills across emails, intranet and working with MS Office

What’s possible

• Rewarding work, within a supportive environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary + salary package (with potential for increased take-home pay)
• Flexible, family friendly work culture
• Well-being initiatives and paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for you and close family members, with confidential counselling if ever needed (incl. personal assistance)
• Discounts on private health insurance, school holiday programs and car hire
• Open a high-interest savings account via our banking partner (optional)
• Join a place where diversity and inclusion lives, breathes and thrives

More about us

VMCH is a for-purpose organisation guided by values of Love, Joy, Hospitality, Courage, Kindness, Respect, Compassion, and Inclusion. At 54 Victorian sites, our services support individuals and families to live their very best lives. Through residential aged care, disability, at-home aged care, retirement living, affordable housing and specialist education.

Please note all applicants to this position require relevant work permits or Australian residency. NDIS Worker Screening and relevant Police Checks are undertaken at VMCH. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from Recruitment Agencies.