Support Worker

Southern Forests Employment Hub; Bridgetown, Bunbury; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Superannuation

Health resources

Parental leave

Gym discounts

Leave loading

Orientation & training

Job summary

Silver Chain Group is seeking two experienced Care Aides for the Bridgetown Social Centre in WA. The roles are permanent, part-time (30 hours per fortnight) with shifts on Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8am–4pm. Applicants should be flexible to cover additional shifts to ensure continuity of services to clients.

Care Aides provide personal care, support activities, meal prep and light housekeeping, and may assist with transport using a van. A valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, HACC or Disability.
• Experience delivering low, moderate and complex care.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Satisfactory National Police Certificate.
• Current driver’s licence with access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care tasks including hygiene, mobility, nutrition and medication assistance.
• Lead clients in daily activities and assist with social centre activities.
• Support with light housekeeping and transport clients by van/bus.
• Provide basic first aid when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritise workload

Independent work

Wellness Approach (HACC) knowledge

Basic first aid

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, HACC or Disability

Job description

Care Aide – Bridgetown Social Centre – WA

We have an immediate opportunity for two experienced and passionate community support workers to join Silver Chain Group in the position of Care Aide at our Bridgetown Social Centre on a permanent, part‑time basis (30 hours per fortnight).

We are seeking applicants with availability to work each Tuesday and Wednesday between the hours of 8am-4pm. Applicants will need to demonstrate flexibility and commitment to shifts on offer to ensure continuity of services to our clients.

The role

Our Care Aides deliver exceptional care and support to our clients, enhancing and encouraging their ability to participate in their own care to maintain their independence. Responsibilities can include skin care, toileting, general hygiene, grooming, dressing, fitting and removal of pressure stockings, mobility, fluid intake, feeding, meal preparation, respite and assisting with medication. Assistance in the kitchen with meal preparation is essential, as well as leading and motivating clients with daily activities in the Social Centre. Support may also be required with general housekeeping, social support and basic first aid.

You will be required to have a full clean drivers license for this role and be comfortable to drive our van/bus for transporting clients. Some Care Aide work in the community will also be required.

What we’re offering

• Competitive hourly rate $36.89 + super + the ability to packaging of up to $18,550.
• Extensive orientation and on-the-job training.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing resources and support (including 4 annual mental health service sessions for you and your family).
• Exclusive fitness and health insurance discounts (12% discount with HBF).
• Paid parental leave of 12 weeks.
• Leave loading payment.
• Subsidised gym membership with participating gym partners.

What we’re looking for

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, HACC or Disability.
• Experience delivering low, moderate and complex care, preferably within the community and in Aged Care setting.
• Fantastic interpersonal skills with the ability to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Solid working knowledge of the Wellness Approach (HACC) and understand the concept of early intervention and restorative care.
• Satisfactory national Police Certificate (on commencement of employment and updated every three years per the Aged Care Act 1997).
• Current motor vehicle driver’s licence (with no restrictions) and access to a reliable registered motor vehicle with a minimum of third party insurance.

Why Choose Silverchain

Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It’s a team effort. Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective.

We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility.

As a not‑for‑profit organisation, our ambition is to create a better home care system for all Australians and we develop innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark.

We’ll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.

At Silverchain, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.