Personal Care Worker | Bundoora

Homewell; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus $500

24/7 phone support on shift

Travel allowance

Flexible shifts: part-time or casual

Supportive onboarding

Job summary

Homewell, a boutique in-home care provider in Melbourne, is expanding to the Eastern Suburbs. We value a person-centered approach and offer a supportive rostering team for NDIS and ageing clients in the North, West, and now East. Join us to positively impact your local community.

We are seeking an experienced Disability Support Worker for roles in Bundoora, Greensborough and Lalor. Start immediately with a flexible, caring environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Cert III or IV in Disability is required.
• Medication training is desirable.
• Experience with complex care in disability.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Own reliable transport with comprehensive insurance and a Victorian Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with daily living activities including personal care.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Promoting independent living.
• Providing transport and community access.
• Providing domestic assistance as needed.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Professional boundaries

CPR/First Aid

Driver licence

Education

Certificate III/IV in Disability

Job description

Derived from humble beginnings, Homewell is a boutique in-home care provider servicing NDIS and ageing clients in Melbourne's North & West that is now branching out to the Eastern Suburbs. We are a dedicated team of passionate professionals, all committed to our mission - including a responsive and caring rostering team. We offer a supportive and flexible work environment where we encourage ongoing development and learning without losing the essence of a person-centred approach. Join us and you will have an opportunity to create positive impact within your local community.

About You

• Cert III or IV in Disability (required)
• Medication trained (desirable)
• Experience with complex care in disability
• Understanding of professional boundaries within the support work scope
• CPR and First Aid certifications
• Your own reliable transport with comprehensive insurance and a Victorian Driver Licence

Please note that applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced disability support worker to join our growing care team in the Bundoora, Greensborough and Lalor area.

Successful candidates can expect to start immediately.

Some of your tasks will include:

• Assisting clients/participants with daily living activities (including personal care)
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Promoting independent living
• Providing transport and community access
• Provide domestic assistance as needed

Why Join Us?

We Offer:

• Employee referral program - $500 if you refer someone from your network
• Supportive, caring and inclusive environment – taking care of our carers!
• Opportunities to grow in your role and career - complex mental health clients, 24/7 clients and more!
• 24-hour phone support available whilst on shift
• Travel allowance
• Thorough on-boarding and induction program
• A variety of shifts including long and short shifts
• Part time and casual contracts on offer
• A diverse workforce with team members of all different walks of life!