Empathetic In-Home Caregiver for Seniors

Australian Unity Limited; Caboolture; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel time paid

Travel allowance

Company phone

Uniform provided

Flexible rosters

Brilliant @ Basics training

Career development

Long-standing organisation

Job summary

Australian Unity is hiring Personal Care Workers to support older Australians to live independently at home in the Caboolture area. You will build meaningful relationships with clients and provide compassionate, person-centered care.

We offer a permanent part-time contract with competitive hourly rates, paid travel time between visits, a travel allowance, company phone, uniform, flexible rosters, and ongoing training through our Brilliant @ Basics program.

Qualifications

• 12+ months experience providing personal care in aged care, disability or hospital settings.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Own comprehensively insured car (not sharing or international licences).
• Availability to support Caboolture, Bribie Island and surrounds.
• Willingness to complete paid 2-week Brilliant @ Basics training.

Responsibilities

• Personal care including showering, grooming, dressing and toileting.
• Mobility and transfer assistance.
• Medication support (where applicable).
• Meal preparation and light household tasks.
• Domestic assistance including cleaning and laundry.
• Social support, companionship and community engagement.
• Support customers to maintain independence and achieve their goals.

Skills

Personal care experience

Education

Aged Care / Disability / Home & Community Care qualification

Job description

Australian Unity is hiring Personal Care Workers to support older Australians to live independently at home in the Caboolture area. You will build meaningful relationships with clients and provide compassionate, person-centered care.

We offer a permanent part-time contract with competitive hourly rates, paid travel time between visits, a travel allowance, company phone, uniform, flexible rosters, and ongoing training through our Brilliant @ Basics program.