Flexible Care Specialist - Disability & Aged Care

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Portable Long Service Leave + Broken 0

Job summary

Nurse Next Door Melbourne is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist clients in disability support and aged care on a casual basis. You’ll work 10 to 38 hours per week, tailoring shifts to client needs and your availability.

Provide personal care, companionship and transportation to appointments while maintaining dignity and respect. You’ll receive ongoing training, support, and the chance to build lasting relationships with the people you serve.

Qualifications

• Minimum Cert III in Aged Care, Community, Individual Support, Disability or equivalent.
• NDIS Worker Screener clearance (can be applied for after interview).
• Must be able to speak and write in English.
• Having previous community care experience is a bonus but not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with showering, grooming, dressing, toileting, hygiene, light housekeeping, meals, daily errands.
• Assisting clients with transfers, ambulation and exercises.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Transporting clients to appointments and social events.
• Accurate visit documentation and observation on changes in their health or status.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

English Proficiency

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care / Community / Individual Support / Disability

Job description

Nurse Next Door Melbourne is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist clients in disability support and aged care on a casual basis. You’ll work 10 to 38 hours per week, tailoring shifts to client needs and your availability.

Provide personal care, companionship and transportation to appointments while maintaining dignity and respect. You’ll receive ongoing training, support, and the chance to build lasting relationships with the people you serve.