Home Care Worker at Silverchain

Kettering, Tasmania, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

40.93

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Home care, Aged care, Personal care, Housekeeping, Meal preparation, Laundry, Mobility assistance, Dementia care, Emotional support, Client relationship management, Independent problem solving, Driving

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description When was the last time you made a difference in someone's life? It takes a special person to be a Home Care Worker and help the older members of our community to maintain their home and enhance their wellbeing. We are looking for just that person with 3 months or more experience in a similar role to join the Silverchain team in the Kettering area. What’s on offer Work close to home – Home Care Workers needed now. Award rate $40.93 per hour + Super + paid KM's Casual roles with a view to permanent part time positions. Employee benefits program + salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free each year. Accelerated learning programs to gain your professional qualifications (Cert 3). Paid CPR and First Aid courses. What we’re looking for We are looking for people who: Enjoy having variety in their day. Can build positive relationships with clients and their families. Care about assisting our aged community members to live independently at home for longer. Are comfortable working independently and finding solutions to everyday problems, knowing when to ask your manager for help. In addition, you will need: A valid Australian Driver's Licence & your own insured, roadworthy vehicle. 3 months or more in a similar role. The role In the role of Home Care Worker, you will be providing our aged care clients with home help services such as: General housekeeping and making beds. Cleaning, mopping and vacuuming floors. Washing, folding and ironing laundry. Meal preparation and grocery shopping. You will also be providing our aged care clients with personal care services such as: Getting clients out of bed, showered and dressed for the day. Assisting with mobility and therapy goals. Providing complex care for customers with high care needs, such as dementia. Providing social and emotional support. Providing the client with transport to lifestyle activities or appointments. Helping the family carer to have a break or an opportunity to do other things. Why choose Silverchain Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It’s a team effort. Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective. We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility. How to apply To submit your application, click ‘Apply’. Prior to commencement, every preferred candidate must complete a National Police check, Work Rights check and confirm their COVID-19 vaccination status (although not mandatory it is highly recommended). Job Family: I - Home Care Worker roles

Responsibilities

Provide home help services including housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry for aged care clients. Deliver personal care services such as showering, dressing, mobility assistance, and emotional support.