Community Worker - Hunter

Catholic Healthcare; Newcastle-Maitland; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + km allowance

Not-for-profit tax benefits

Paid travel time

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Fitness Passport discounts

Multiple NSW/QLD locations

Values-based organisation

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare is seeking caring individuals to support aged care clients at home in Belmont and surrounding areas. The role involves travel during weekdays (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, 3-5 days preferred) with an increased hourly rate and km reimbursement.

You will perform household tasks, transport to appointments, meal prep, social support, and personal care if qualified. A driver’s licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent is preferred but traineeship possible.
• Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable insured motor vehicle.
• Willingness to obtain a Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general household tasks (vacuum, mop, clean bathroom/kitchen, bed changes, laundry).
• Transport clients to appointments and shopping.
• Prepare meals and assist with daily living tasks as needed.
• Provide social support or respite for family and carers.
• Assist with personal care including showering and dressing if qualified.

Skills

Driver's licence

Good communication

Reliable team player

Workplace health and safety

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Job description

Discover a career where care goes both ways!

• Location - Belmont and Surrounds
• Permanent Part Time/casual
• Increased hourly rate from July 1st - $34.50 - $48.75 per hour + superannuation + km reimbursement ($1.11per km)
• Not for profit employer, so you pay less tax!

Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare! We have been caring for people for more than 30 years and have grown to employ over 6000 caring employees. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.

We are looking for passionate and caring individuals to make a difference in our Aged Care clients' lives by assisting them to live at home independently for as long as possible. You will be travelling around Belmont, and surrounding areas will need to have some availability during weekdays Monday to Friday between 8am-5pm.(Preferably 3-5 days)

Day To Day Role Looks Like

• General household tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, ironing, cleaning the bathroom & kitchen, changing beds and washing
• Transport to appointments and shopping
• Meal preparation
• Social Support or Respite for family/carers
• Personal care including assistance with showering and dressing (if qualified/fully trained)

To be successful in this role you’ll need

• A kind heart and genuine passion for providing high quality care to the elderly
• Comfortable interacting with a wide variety of people
• Good communication skills
• A reliable team player
• Understanding of workplace health and safety
• An Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable insured motor vehicle (essential)
• Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent (not essential as you can complete this through our traineeship program)
• Willingness to apply for a Police Check

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive hourly pay rate + Km reimbursement ($1.11per Km) + paid travel time
• Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax
• Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
• Paid Parental leave
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• Additional week of leave for Enterprise Agreement shift workers
• 40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to move
• A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds

We know you have many choices of employer - choose Catholic Healthcare where you can make a positive impact and be well rewarded.

Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.