About the role
Position Summary :
Our Support Workers are passionate and dedicated to supporting people living with dementia within their household and communities. Our services use a person-centred approach which assists and empowers our clients to achieve personal goals and a greater quality of life.
Duties of this position include, but are not limited to :
- building rapport and providing companionship to people living with dementia;
- improving quality of life through supports within personal care and social supports;
- create an environment supportive of the wellbeing needs of people living with dementia, their families, and their carers;
- plan and commit to activities that provide opportunities to maintain skills and promote independence, whilst respecting a client's dignity and personal choice; and
- collaborate to provide person-centred supports to people living with dementia in the community.
Essential Criteria :
Certificate III in Individual Support, Ageing, Disability, or equivalent demonstrated experience;current Senior First Aid [HLTAID011] and CPR [HLTAID009] (with 3+ months until expiry);demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with people living with dementia and their carers;ability to engage in meaningful relations with people living with dementia, supporting their abilities, always promoting their dignity, and providing reassurance and validation of their feelings;working rights in Australia;a valid WA 'C' class driver's licence and an insured roadworthy vehicle;NDIS Worker Screening; andup-to-date COVID Vaccination.Desirable Criteria :
Certificate IV in Dementia, or equivalent demonstrated experience;understanding of person-centred approach in dementia care; andability to speak language(s) in addition to English.At Alzheimer's WA, we offer :
eligibility for a $500 retention bonusfive (5) week annual leave per year plus 17.5% leave loading;opportunity to salary package up to $15,900 per annum;access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); andongoing growth and development opportunities.Position Description : PD-CLS0007 - Support Worker (1)
Please note : We reserve the right to close the position without notice.
PBA2
Profession : #Client_Services, #Community_Services, #Social_and_Support_Work
Sector : #Aged_Care_and_Seniors, #Disabilities