Direct Care Worker (Qualified or Trainee)

Mount Alexander Shire Council; Castlemaine; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Mount Alexander Shire Council is seeking a Direct Care Worker (Qualified or Trainee) to provide in-home support to frail older people and those with disabilities across Mount Alexander Shire and Central Goldfields Shire.

You will assist clients with daily tasks, promote independence, and tailor services to individual needs. Weekend work is required; driving to client homes will be part of the role and relevant checks and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Current Police Check.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Triple vaccinated for COVID (2 doses plus a booster).
• Current drivers license and an 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored in-home support to help clients live healthy, independent lives.
• Assist with daily tasks and activities to enable client independence.
• Work across Mount Alexander Shire and Central Goldfields Shire.
• Travel to client homes as required and use a personal vehicle for work travel.

Education

Police Check

Working with Children Check

First Aid & CPR

Driver's license & vehicle

Weekend availability

COVID-19 vaccination booster

Job description

Direct Care Worker (Qualified or Trainee)

22d ago , from Mount Alexander Shire Council

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.

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.