Carer | Kinross Care Centre - Lake House | Night Shifts

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

Job summary

Amana Living is seeking a compassionate Multi Skilled Carer to join their team. This part-time role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, promoting their wellbeing, and fostering positive relationships. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a commitment to providing high-quality care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550

Ongoing training and development

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Evidence of COVID-19 and Current 2024 Flu vaccinations required.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance.
• Previous experience administering medications is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support resident’s physical, social, emotional, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Assist with personal hygiene, showering, and toileting.
• Administer medication.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Compassion

Respect

Education

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support – Aging

Job description

Why Choose Amana Living?

Amana Living is one of Western Australia's largest aged care providers, dedicated to meeting the needs of older individuals and their caregivers since 1962. We offer a comprehensive range of services including home care, residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, day care, respite, and dementia-specific services.

Our Vision: A community where every older person is honoured and valued.

Our Mission: To enable older people to maintain their individuality and provide what is needed to support a fulfilling life.

Our Values: Compassion, Collaboration, Curiosity, Inclusion, and Trust.

We are committed to leading reforms that benefit our workforce, ensuring those who care for others are well supported in their careers.

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

The role of a Multi Skilled Carer is to assist residents with their activities of daily living by aiding with personal care, domestic tasks and social support. Incumbents are cross trained in different areas to meet the varying needs of the residents.

Week 1

This is a part time position working 51.25 hours per fortnight working at our Kinross Care Centre – Lake House with the following shifts below:

Monday: 2200-0700

Thursday: 2200-0700

Sunday: 2200-0700

Week 2

Monday: 2200-0700

Tuesday: 2200-0715

Thursday: 2200-0700

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 mealtimes including feeding
• Administer medication
  
  

About You

As a Carer, you will foster meaningful, positive relationships with our residents while providing personal care and support tailored to their individual needs. You’ll create a warm and nurturing environment, offering care with compassion, respect, and dignity.

Essential Criteria

• Evidence of COVID-19 and Current 2024 Flu vaccinations per Amana Living policies
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6-months validity)
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical and reference checks
• Certificate III/IV in Individual Support – Aging
• Willing to attend a compulsory 6 Day (Monday to Monday) induction at our Rivervale Training Institute
• NDIS Screen Check (or willingness to obtain at interview stage)
• Previous experience administering medications (desirable)
• Effective communication skills and the ability to develop understanding relationships with residents.
  
  

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.