Community Worker - Lambtown and surrounding area

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

Benefits offered by this job

Km reimbursement

Superannuation

Not-for-profit tax benefits

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare is seeking compassionate carers to support older Australians at home across East Maitland and surrounding areas. This casual role offers flexible hours and travel between clients with an hourly rate of $34.50 to $48.75 plus superannuation and km reimbursement.

We welcome experienced carers and those new to the industry alike and value person-centred care, reliability and good communication. A valid Australian driver’s licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate 3 or 4 in Individual Support; highly regarded but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with day-to-day in-home tasks per care plan (cleaning, tidying, washing).
• Transport to appointments and shopping.
• Meal preparation.
• Social support or respite for family and carers.
• Personal care including showering and dressing (if qualified/fully trained).

Skills

Communication skills

Reliable team player

Work health and safety understanding

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate 3 or 4 in Individual Support

Job description

Discover a career where care goes both ways!

• Increased hourly rate from July 1st - $34.50 - $48.75 per hour + superannuation + km reimbursement ($1.11per km)
• Experienced and qualified or brand new to the care industry? Both welcome!
• Location - Travelling to visit clients around Lambton and surrounding area
• Casual role available - flexible hours and days
• 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 and supporting them to live the life they choose through innovative person-centred models of care. We’re committed to creating a world where older people thrive.

We are looking for passionate and caring individuals to make a difference in our clients' lives by assisting them to live at home independently for as long as possible. You will be travelling around East Maitland and surrounding area in a varied and rewarding role - no two days will be the same!!

Day To Day Role Looks Like

• Supporting and connecting with our clients assisting with day to day in home tasks - cleaning, tidying, washing and other tasks within the client's care plan
• 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 genuine passion for providing high quality care to older Australian's in the community
• To be comfortable interacting with a wide variety of people
• Good communication skills
• To be a reliable team player
• To have an understanding of workplace health and safety
• Certificate 3 or 4 in Individual Support highly regarded (but not essential)
• An Australian driver's licence and access to a registered motor vehicle (essential)

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
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• Career growth and increased earning potential
• Earn and learn - we will support you to get a Certificate 3 in Individual Support with paid placement
• Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
• Paid Parental leave
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• 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.