Home Care Worker

Dandenong and District Aborigines Cooperative; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Dandenong and District Aborigines Cooperative in Cranbourne, VIC, is seeking an in-home support worker to help older Aboriginal people stay safe, independent and connected to their community.

You will perform domestic tasks, meals, transport, companionship and basic personal care, with training provided; a strong emphasis on cultural respect, safety, and working within aged care and disability guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic cleaning, housekeeping or hospitality.
• Experience in home care, disability or aged care.
• Certificate III in Individual Support (desirable, not essential).

Responsibilities

• Domestic cleaning and household tasks
• Meal preparation and shopping
• Social support and companionship
• Transport to appointments and community activities
• Basic personal care (training provided)
• Record services provided and report concerns
• Model and abide by DDACL Values, Code of Conduct and Policy and Procedures
• Participate actively in and facilitate supervision and professional development activities
• Ensure participation in team meetings, staff meetings and other community activities as requested
• Ensure that you adhere to Aged Care and Disability legislative requirements

Skills

Domestic cleaning

Home care experience

Aged care experience

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Level Two First Aid with CPR

Job description

Dandenong and District Aborigines Cooperative – Cranbourne VIC

The Dandenong & District Aborigines Co-operative Ltd (DDACL) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) which is governed by a community elected Board of Directors. It is committed to the provision of a high-quality range of services which foster and support positive and fulfilling lifestyles for individuals and families within our community. These services are delivered in a professional and efficient manner and in keeping with our culture, traditions, and heritage.

DDACL is a family friendly, flexible, supportive workplace that supports staff and encourages training and development. This position provides a great opportunity to work with the Aboriginal community in southern metropolitan Melbourne.

About the role

Provide practical in-home support to older Aboriginal people so they can remain safe, independent and connected to their community. The role focuses primarily on domestic assistance, companionship, transport, meal preparation and basic personal care where required.

Key responsibilities

Domestic cleaning and household tasks

Meal preparation and shopping

Social support and companionship

Transport to appointments and community activities

Basic personal care (training provided)

Record services provided and report concerns

Model and abide by DDACL Values, Code of Conduct and Policy and Procedures

Participate actively in and facilitate supervision and professional development activities

Ensure participation in team meetings, staff meetings and other community activities as requested

Ensure that you adhere to Aged Care and Disability legislative requirements

About you

Desirable skills and experience:

• Experience in domestic cleaning, housekeeping or hospitality.
• Experience in home care, disability or aged care.
• Certificate III in Individual Support (desirable, not essential).

Qualifications:

A level Two First Aid Certificate with CPR.

Good written and oral skills and basic computer skills.

Other Relevant Criteria:

Completion of a satisfactory background and police check.

Possession of or a preparedness to obtain a “Working with Children Check” card.

Screening requirements for the aged care workforce

If you want to work in a paid or volunteer aged care role, you must undergo a screening process to get a clearance. The clearance protects the safety and wellbeing of people accessing aged care.

Vaccinations are strongly encouraged in line with Victorian Department of Health guidance.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

If working for an Aboriginal non for profit organisation where you can make a real difference to the community and working with a supportive experienced team who are purpose driven and focused on continuous improvement sounds appealing,

DDACL is committed to building a culture that values diversity and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities, especially those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.