Community Support Worker at RSL LIFECARE LIMITED

Wagga Wagga City Council, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Aug, 26

Salary

36.49

Posted On

10 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Care, Respite Care, Communication Skills, Care Planning, Client Engagement, Community Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Home Care - Support Worker – Wagga Wagga Pay rate: Up to $36.49 per hour plus travel expenses (paid per km for client visits) Flexible work options: Part-time (10+hrs/ week contracts depends on your availability) Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging benefits About Us: At RSL LifeCare, we have a dedicated and energetic Home Care team that’s growing! Our team provides care services and support across the ACT & NSW to veterans and seniors in their own home. We have a highly rewarding opportunity for you to join a large social purpose organisation in the fastest-growing segment of the aged care industry as more and more Australians seek support to maintain their independence at home. Our vision of creating proud communities living their best lives is at the heart of everything we do as we continue to build upon our legacy of supporting veterans and their families for more than 100 years. As a Community Support Worker, you’ll help people stay safe and comfortable at home by: Helping with personal care (showering, dressing, grooming) Providing respite care (giving our clients Carers a break) Helping clients stay active and connected in their community Following care plans to meet each person’s needs Working as a team to provide the best support possible To succeed in this role, our expectations are that you will: Certificate in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services - at this moment in time, we're sorry but we can't consider you if you don't have one of these qualifications Have a caring nature – be genuinely passionate about helping people Have excellent communication skills – you'll be to chat, engage and interact with clients and your colleagues Australian working rights A valid Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable, fully insured car A Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to get one) First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to get one) We value and support our team. When you join us, you’ll enjoy: Salary packaging – Get up to $15,900 tax-free per year to increase your take-home pay Retail discounts – Save money at 700+ stores Fitness Plus Extra pay on leave – 17.5% leave loading on annual leave Career growth – Opportunities to move into Residential Care or Community Services It is a mandatory requirement for a team member working in the Aged Care sector to have a valid Police Check or a valid National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) check, or potentially both, to undertake the inherent requirements of the role. Clearances must be verified prior to commencing employment with RSL LifeCare. Location HC Wagga Wagga RSL LifeCare is a leader in senior living, providing high quality retirement villages, aged care homes (nursing homes) and personal home care throughout NSW and the ACT. Proudly serving Australia for over 100 years, RSL LifeCare is a successful and growing not-for profit organisation which began as a haven for war veterans and today is open to all Australians.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care, respite, and community connection support to veterans and seniors in their homes. Follow individual care plans to ensure clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent.