Support Worker

About the Role

integratedliving has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to assist our clients in the Newcastle & Lake Macquarie areas. This is a permanent part-time opportunity. Must have availability Monday to Friday between 7am and 6:30pm; times can be flexible. 40 hours per week!

Reporting to the Service Delivery Team Leader, you will be responsible for providing person-centered care to our clients so they can continue enjoying a high quality of life whilst remaining home and independent for as long as possible.

Role Responsibilities

1. Provide personal home care (such as cleaning and meal prep).
2. Foster an inclusive environment of social support that ensures our clients are engaged and happy.
3. Implement health and wellbeing initiatives that support our clients.
4. Assist in the community with recreational activities including but not limited to grocery shopping or medical appointments.
5. Transport clients as required.
6. Report changes in health and wellbeing as ongoing.

About You

We are seeking a genuinely passionate support worker who enjoys interacting and working with the elderly. You will be values-driven in your approach to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients.

Required Skills, Experience, and Credentials

1. Must have a Certificate III in Aged Care / Disability / Equivalent or above.
2. Current driver's license.
3. Registered, reliable, and comprehensively insured motor vehicle.
4. Current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain.
5. Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain.
6. Confidence in using different forms of technology such as a smartphone or tablet.
7. Customer Service Focused to ensure excellence in service delivery.
8. Effective communication skills and ability to interact with a variety of clients in a clear, concise, and patient manner.
9. Ability to exercise high empathy, compassion, and respect when liaising with clients.

Benefits for You

1. Attractive hourly rate: $32.67 per hour, 11.5% super eligibility for NFP salary packaging (up to $15).
2. Access to employee award programs including corporate discounts on private health insurance.
3. Travel allowance of $0.99 per km and paid travel time between services.
4. Daily mobile allowance paid when using your device for work-related purposes.
5. Be part of a supportive and experienced team that encourages professional development and offers career progression opportunities.
6. A career with purpose: enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us.
7. A safe and healthy workplace culture which promotes diversity and mutual respect.
8. Employee Assistance Program support with no cost access to wellness services.

About Us

integratedliving Australia provides community and home-based health services throughout rural, regional, and remote Australia. Our focus is on delivering better health outcomes for our clients and supporting them to live independent and active lives.

We have innovated our services, now offering virtual and COVID-safe services to sustain client accessibility to our support. This innovation of services means we now need more Support Workers to join us across Australia.

integratedliving Australia values diversity and promotes understanding and inclusion of all people organization-wide. Our workforce proudly reflects the local communities we live and work in, and we actively encourage all applications.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer; we commit to respond to every applicant. Please note: all integratedliving team members who can be safely vaccinated are strongly encouraged to remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations.

To apply: Scroll down the page, respond to the application questions covering the main requirements for this job, and submit.

Key Skills

1. Nursing Home Experience
2. Developmental Disabilities Experience
3. Direct Support
4. Computer Operation
5. Caregiving
6. Case Management
7. Special Needs
8. Training & Development
9. Child Protective Services
10. Experience with Children
11. Word Processing
12. Addiction Counseling

Employment Type: Part-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1