Carer - AM/PM Lakehouse

Amana Living; Upington; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent aged care provider in Upington is seeking a dedicated Multi Skilled Carer to join their team. This part-time role requires supporting residents' wellbeing through compassionate care while meeting essential criteria, including a Certificate III in Aged Care. Join a team that values individuality and makes a significant impact in the lives of older people.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Salary packaging benefits

Ongoing training and development

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience within the Aged Care industry, particularly with personal care.
• Ability to develop understanding relationships with residents.
• Valid Police Clearance and NDIS Screen Check.

Responsibilities

• Support resident's physical, social, emotional, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Assist with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Administer medication.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Medication administration

Compassionate care delivery

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Job description

Why Choose Amana Living?

Amana Living is one of the largest aged care providers in Western Australia and has been responding to the needs of older people and those who care for them since 1962. We offer a broad range of services, including residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia specific services. Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life.

Our Vision & Mission

Our vision is a community where every older person is honoured and valued. Our mission is to enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our values are compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust.

Our Benefits

• Competitive rates
• Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550
• School holidays childcare assistance
• Continued superannuation contribution for employees who are on paid on unpaid parental leave
• Health and wellbeing programs and more!
• Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

At Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Join us in making a difference!

The Role

We are currently looking for an experienced, Multi Skilled Carer to join the team at the Lake House facility located within our Kinross Care Community in Kinross. This role is offered on a part time basis working 25.75 hours per fortnight. The roster is as follows:

Week 1 – Monday: 15:00-22:00; Friday: 07:00-13:00. Week 2 – Monday: 15:00-22:00; Friday: 15:00-22:15. Please note, you must be able to commit to all days/shifts to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Support resident’s physical, social, emotional, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing through individualised care delivery
• Assist with resident’s care needs in line with their care plan
• Collaborate with team members to promote a harmonious working environment
• Support and advocate the rights of older people
• Assist with personal hygiene, showering and toileting
• Assist with activities of daily living, dressing and grooming
• Assist at meal times including feeding
• Administer medication

About You

As a Carer you will build strong, positive relationships with our residents and be responsible for the delivery of personal care and assistance to meet individual needs. You will deliver homely and loving environments by providing care with compassion, integrity and dignity. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering Amana Living’s award winning model of care and be committed to making a real difference to residents’ quality of life.

Essential Criteria

• Certificate III in Aged Care or relevant experience within the Aged Care industry
• Effective communication skills and the ability to develop understanding relationships with residents
• Previous experience administering medications
• Valid Police Clearance no older than 6 months (or ability to obtain at interview stage)
• NDIS Screen Check (or willingness to obtain at interview stage)
• Evidence of current Flu and Covid Vaccinations
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical
• Available to attend a compulsory 7 day induction at our Rivervale Training Institute

How To Apply

If you are interested in this role and meet the essential criteria, please click the "apply now" button. Amana Living reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date. Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately.