Direct Care Worker

Council Jobs; Castlemaine; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Council Jobs is seeking skilled care workers to provide in-home support to frail older people and people with disabilities in Mount Alexander and Central Goldfields regions. Roles include part-time (pro-rata) or casual positions with competitive hourly rates and superannuation allowances.

Weekend work is required, with a trainee Direct Care Worker path available for those without a Certificate III. Applicants should be prepared to meet safety checks, provide a current Police Check and Working

Qualifications

• Possess current Police Check or willingness to obtain.
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Skills

Weekend availability

Patient care

Driver's license

First Aid & CPR (training)

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Traineeship)

Tools

Vehicle for work travel

Job description

Part Time or Casual positions Ongoing Band 2 Part time - commencing $63,921 pa (pro-rata) / $33.51 per hour + Super + AllowancesCasual - $41.88 per hour (incl. loading) + Super + Allowances

Closing Date:

Applications are accepted at all times.

We are seeking skilled and experienced professional care workers who love supporting people to live independently in the community.We currently provide services in Mount Alexander Shire and Central Goldfields Shire.

This is your opportunity to bring your passion and skills to be part of a professional and dedicated team providing high quality in-home support to frail older people and people with disabilities in our community.

The role provides tailored services to help clients live healthy, independent and active lives through assistance with daily tasks and activities.

Direct Care Worker Traineeship Opportunities:

If you don't already have a certificate III in Individual Support, you can also apply here for a Trainee Direct Care Worker position, to earn and learn on the job.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

You must have, or be willing to obtain:

• Current Police Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Triple vaccinated for COVID (2 doses plus a booster).
• Current Drivers license and roadworthy, registered and comprehensively insured vehicle for work travel
• Applicants must be able to work weekends.
• First Aid and CPR certificate will be gained though training and applied to the role as required

If you have any queries or would like to discuss the role, the key contacts are:

Additional information

Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.

Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.

For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.