Home Care Support Worker - Glebe and other Eastern Suburbs (Disability Care / Aged Care - with car preferred)

Right at Home; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Right at Home Sydney Central and Eastern Suburbs is seeking qualified Personal Care Workers to join our in-home disability and aged care team. The role focuses on client-centered care, empathy, and respect, with responsibilities across personal care, domestic support, and transport services.

You will work with clients in Glebe and other Eastern Suburbs, travel within 30 minutes of desirable areas, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in aged care, disability, or home & community care.
• Hoist experience.
• Travel up to 30 minutes within desirable areas.
• Knowledge of person-centered care principles and safety regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Compassionate, patient and empathetic attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Availability to work from Monday to Friday; weekend work possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home care and assistance with daily activities.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal care.
• Monitor health, administer medications, and document care.
• Promote inclusion through social and recreational activities.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain records of care and coordinate with the team.
• Arrange transportation to appointments and outings.
• Assist with housekeeping, shopping, and meal preparation.
• Ensure a safe environment and monitor for hazards.

Skills

Hoist experience

Aged care experience

Disability care experience

Person-centered care

Safety regulations knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Compassionate & empathetic

Teamwork

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Travel up to 30 mins

Availability Mon-Fri

Job description

Home Care Support Worker - Glebe and other Eastern Suburbs (Disability Care / Aged Care - with car preferred)

Right at Home Sydney Central and Eastern Suburbs provides high-quality in-home care and assistance servicing the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Aged Care Sector. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve.

About the role

We currently have positions available for qualified, reliable, and passionate Personal Care Workers to join our team. It is preferred that you are an experienced Aged Care Worker or Disability Support Worker. You will need to be friendly, and positive and demonstrate client-focused behavior, showing empathy and treating others with dignity and respect. You’ll also need to have a natural ability to build relationships that make a difference and be honest, helpful, and dependable, making you a great asset to our team.

Disability Care

• Help people with disabilities live independent lives by providing care and support.
• Assist with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and preparing meals.
• Organize social and recreational activities to promote inclusion.
• Monitor clients' health and medication and provide emotional support.
• Work with a team and keep records of care.

Aged Care

• Support elderly individuals in maintaining their independence and well-being.
• Help with personal care tasks, such as bathing and grooming.
• Provide companionship and engage in conversations.
• Assist with household chores and organizing activities.
• Monitor health, administer medications, and document care.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members.

Personal Care

• Help clients with tasks like bathing, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom.
• Assist with moving and positioning to keep clients comfortable and safe.

Domestic Support

• Assist with housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
• Accompany clients for grocery shopping and errands.
• Keep the living environment clean and organized.

Emotional and Social Support

• Engage in conversations and activities to provide companionship and social interaction.
• Offer emotional support and encouragement to clients.
• Organize recreational activities based on clients' interests.

Safety and Health Monitoring

• Monitor clients' health and promptly report any issues to healthcare professionals.
• Identify and address potential hazards to maintain a safe environment.
• Communicate with the appropriate parties regarding the client's health and well-being.

Transport Services

• Provide transportation for clients and their dependents to appointments, errands, and other destinations as required.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable travel experience for all passengers.
• Adhere to traffic regulations and maintain a clean and well-maintained vehicle.

Shopping Services / Shop-by-list

• Receive shopping lists from clients and ensure accurate and timely completion of shopping tasks.
• Purchase items from designated stores or online platforms, following clients' preferences and budget considerations.
• Handle transactions and maintain receipts for reimbursement, if applicable.

What We're Looking For

• Availability to work from Monday - Friday, possibly weekend work
• Must be located and willing to travel up to 30mins within desirable areas.
• With hoist experience
• Must have a minimum 1 year of previous experience in aged care, disability, home & community care
• Knowledge of person-centered care principles and safety regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges

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