Personal Care Worker | Bundoora

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

24-hour phone support

Employee referral program – $500

Thorough onboarding and induction

Job summary

Homewell in Melbourne's northern and western suburbs is expanding its in-home care team. We are seeking caring, friendly, and people-focused individuals with strong communication skills to support NDIS and ageing clients.

You will join a responsive rostering team and provide person-centred, compassionate care in clients' homes. Successful candidates will hold a Cert III or IV in Disability, CPR/First Aid, and have own transport with Victorian Driver Licence.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and empathetic, person-centred approach.
• Experience in disability care and complex care is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are expected.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

People-focused

Complex care in disability

Medication training

CPR and First Aid

Education

Cert III or 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

We are seeking caring, friendly, compassionate, people-focused individuals with strong communication skills who want a career that truly makes a difference in the lives of others. You will also have:

• 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!