Support Worker - Bridgetown Social Centre

Silverchain; Bridgetown; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Health and wellbeing resources

Fitness and health insurance discounts

Paid parental leave

Leave loading

Subsidised gym membership

Job summary

Silverchain is seeking a Care Aide for our Bridgetown Social Centre in Western Australia on a permanent part-time basis. The role involves delivering personal care, mobility support and daily living tasks to maintain client independence.

Responsibilities include community transport, light housekeeping, meal prep and basic first aid. A Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent is required, plus a valid driver’s licence and Police Certificate. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, HACC or Disability is required.
• Experience delivering low, moderate and complex care, preferably in the community.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Satisfactory Police Certificate prior to commencement and updated every three years.
• Full, unrestricted driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle with third party insurance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care and support to clients to enhance independence.
• Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, feeding and meal preparation.
• Provide basic housekeeping and social support as needed.
• Support transportation of clients using the van/bus.
• Participate in general care planning and early intervention/restorative care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritise workload

Independent work

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 an experienced and passionate community support worker to join Silver Chain Group in the position of Care Aide at our Bridgetown Social Centre on a permanent, part-time basis.

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. 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 $36.85 + 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

We are seeking experienced individuals who share our vision of providing the world’s best health and aged care in the home, so Australians can confidently live their lives as they choose. Your commitment to our values of - Care, Community, Integrity and Excellence will be reflected in your approach and the way in which you provide services and care within the community.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

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


• Experience delivering low, moderate and complex care, preferably within the community.


• 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, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.

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.