We are looking for a Care Worker in the Vermont area to help older members of the community maintain their independence and wellbeing. The role requires at least 3 months of experience in a similar professional role.
What’s On Offer
- Guaranteed hours and shifts.
- Award rate $32.74 per hour + Super + paid KM's
- Employee benefits program + salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free each year
- Accelerated learning program to gain professional qualifications (Cert 3)
- Paid CPR and First Aid courses
What We’re Looking For
Enjoy variety in their dayPassionate about providing excellent serviceCan build positive relationships with clients and their familiesResilient when faced with challenges and able to move on to the next clientComfortable working independently and finding solutions, knowing when to ask for helpIn addition, you will need :
A valid Australian Driver's Licence and your own insured, roadworthy vehicleExperience of 3 months or more in a similar professional role, with experience in personal care, manual handling, hoist training and medicationsThe role
In the role of Care Worker you will be providing home help services and personal care to aged care clients, including :
General housekeeping and making bedsCleaning, mopping and vacuuming floorsWashing, folding and ironing laundryMeal preparation and grocery shoppingGetting clients out of bed, showered and dressed for the dayAssisting clients to take their medicationsAssisting with mobility and therapy goalsProviding complex care for clients with high care needs (e.g., dementia)Providing social and emotional supportProviding transportation to activities or appointmentsSupporting family carers to have a breakWhy choose Silverchain
Best Care is safe, personal, connected and effective, and delivered by a committed team.We are accredited in national health and aged care standards and reinvest funds into research and innovative models of care.As a not-for-profit, we reinvest in training and career development.Opportunities to grow your career with training and education programs.How To Apply
To submit your application, click ‘Apply’. A short online assessment may be provided to show what a day in the life of our Home Care Worker or Care Worker will be like. Prior to commencement, preferred candidates may be required to complete a National Police check and Work Rights check, and confirm COVID-19 vaccination status (vaccination is not mandatory but highly recommended).
At Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, genders, abilities, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email.
Additional Information
Silverchain Group has been trusted by Australians to deliver care for over 130 years. We aim to help clients live independently, safely, and remain part of their community. We are nationally accredited in health and aged care at home and are committed to high standards of care.
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