Personal Care Worker | Bundoora

Kinyara Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Referral bonus $500

24/7 phone support on shift

Thorough onboarding and induction

Job summary

Homewell, a boutique in-home care provider servicing NDIS and ageing clients in Melbourne, is expanding to the Eastern Suburbs. We seek an experienced disability support worker to join our growing team across Bundoora, Greensborough and Lalor, with start dates available now.

You will provide daily living support, companionship and practical help to help clients live independently. A flexible roster, supportive environment and opportunities for development are offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities including personal care
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Promote independent living
• Provide transport and community access
• Domestic assistance as needed

Skills

Disability support

Client care

Daily living support

Transport assistance

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!