In-Home Care Assistant

Our Lady of Consolation - Aged Care & Services; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in aged care is seeking dedicated care workers to join their Home Care Package services. This role offers the chance to positively impact the lives of elderly individuals by assisting them with daily activities, promoting their independence, and ensuring their safety. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to resident wellbeing and be adaptable to various needs. With a focus on integrity and compassion, you will be part of a supportive team that values the dignity of every individual. This is a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class C NSW Drivers Licence and maintain comprehensive car insurance.
• Current National Criminal History Record Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly customers with activities according to individual care plans.
• Encourage independence and uphold customers' dignity.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Adaptability

Empathy

Education

Class C NSW Drivers Licence

Job description

We have exciting opportunities for people to join the team as care workers in our Home Care Package services. These programs operate in the Penrith, Blacktown, The Hills, Parramatta, and Cumberland local government areas.

With rosters provided weekly, you will be required to work across Monday to Friday on a permanent part-time basis and your duties will include:

1. Assist elderly customers with activities of their choice and according to individual care plans such as accompanying them to appointments, assisting grocery shopping, and administering medication.
2. Encouraging independence, upholding customers' dignity, and supporting their right of choice.
3. Focused on safety when helping customers enter and exit your vehicle.
4. Aligning your duties accordingly to the individual care plans in place.
5. Actively participate in monthly team meetings.

You will have a strong focus on resident wellbeing and be able to adapt your work practices to a range of resident needs.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Hold and maintain a Class C NSW Drivers Licence and comprehensive car insurance.
2. Current National Criminal History Record Check.
3. Have a genuine interest in and want to care for elderly people in their own homes.
4. Resilient, quick thinking, and demonstrated problem-solving ability.
5. Strong focus on honesty, integrity, and working independently.

Please note the successful applicant must have three (3) Covid injections documented by the time of commencement.

OLOC will actively support you and can guarantee that you will find the role both challenging and fulfilling. You will need to be able to work within a philosophy of care that strongly supports the dignity of elderly people.

Kindly send your updated resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Closing Date: Ongoing | Program: Home Care Packages

Two COVID-19 Vaccinations and a booster are a requirement of this role.

Enquiries for the above position please telephone Magda Mikhail on 9832 5471 between 9.00am and 12.00pm – Monday to Friday.