Elder Care Support Specialist – Western Sydney

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Well-being initiatives

Job summary

The Hills Shire Council is hiring a community support helper to assist older residents to live independently at home across Western Sydney. You will provide transport to appointments, help with daily living activities and personal care, and support participants to achieve their goals using person-centred practices.

Applicants should have 3+ years in a similar role, possess Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent), and hold First Aid/CPR.

Qualifications

• More than 3 years in a similar home care role.
• Ability to work across the Western Sydney region.
• Cantonese, Mandarin and Arabic language skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation for medical appointments, access community events or services
• Assisting participants with daily living activities and day to day support.
• Assisting with personal care
• Providing support in a manner that encourages and motivates the client to meet their goals and independent skills building, through person centred practices.
• Maintaining accurate records and safe practices
• Maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities

Skills

In-home care

Transportation

Cultural sensitivity

Punctuality

Reliability

Education

Certificate III Individual Support or equivalent

First Aid and CPR Certificate

Job description

The Hills Shire Council is hiring a community support helper to assist older residents to live independently at home across Western Sydney. You will provide transport to appointments, help with daily living activities and personal care, and support participants to achieve their goals using person-centred practices.

Applicants should have 3+ years in a similar role, possess Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent), and hold First Aid/CPR.