Specialised Carer - Residential Care

HammondCare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Recognition program

Fitness passport

EAP support

Job summary

HammondCare Miranda is seeking Casual Specialised Carers to join our residential care team. You will deliver tailored personal care and support to residents, with a focus on creating a home-like environment.

Orientation and on-site support from trained staff ensure you can provide high-quality care from day one. Applicants with a passion for elder care and dementia awareness are encouraged to apply; flexibility to cover nights and weekends is essential, with opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and elder support.
• Knowledge of dementia care requirements.
• Willing to work night shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care such as showering, grooming and toileting.
• Assist residents with dementia-related needs and daily activities.
• Identify and report changes in residents' condition promptly.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Dementia care

Teamwork

Flexibility

Independent initiative

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Certificate IV in Aged Care

Job description

HammondCare Miranda is currently looking for Casual Specialised Carers - Residential Care to join our team.

Essence of the role:

With our unique model of care which places the residents' needs as your number one priority, you will help create a home away from home for our residents. This role requires you to provide tailored care including personal support within the residential home.

• Personal care - showering, grooming, toileting etc
• Support residents with levels of dementia
• Recognise, report and respond appropriately to changes in the conditions of residents within your skills and competencies

All new staff will complete an onsite orientation with a Workplace Trainer, have buddy shifts and be supported by experienced Registered Nurses and Managers on site.

Benefits - What are we offering in return for your expertise and experience.

• Work Life balance with no rotating rosters
• Reward and Recognition Program
• Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
• Free independent, confidential counselling services, and wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have a genuine passion for serving elderly people & want to make a difference in their lives
• Be flexible and able to commit to a range of shifts including nights & weekends
• Value teamwork but also be able to work independently and show initiative
• Have knowledge & experience of people living with Dementia & their needs
• Applicants with Cert lll or Cert lV in Aged Care would be viewed favourably

HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, pre-employment medical assessment, and complete a NDIS Worker's Screening check.