Personal Carer at UnitingCare Queensland

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

36.31

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Palliative Care, Community Services, End-Of-Life Care, Personal Care, Daily Living Assistance, Care Plan Adherence, Recreational Support, Social Activities Support, Transportation Assistance, Technology Proficiency, Probity Checks Compliance

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Personal Carer | BlueCare | Palliative Care Employment Status: Permanent Full Time Location: Toowoomba & Surrounding Areas Remuneration: $36.31 p/hr + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Increases your take home pay) + Allowances & Travel Reimbursement (KM’s) + Employee discounts Your part in the team BlueCare's specialised palliative care services is growing throughout Queensland. Joining our team, you will be at the forefront of BlueCare's transformative journey to expand palliative care services across the state. This unique opportunity offers: a diverse role that combines professional growth in both community services and palliative care. robust clinical structure and innovative service models, ensuring the delivery of exceptional end-of-life care. You will be well supported by the palliative care and the wider BlueCare community service teams, so support is always there! Importantly, you will contribute significantly to our core belief that every Queenslander deserves the highest standard of palliative care within the comfort of their own home. We currently have an opportunity for a Personal Carer to join the team in Maryborough. You will provide care to your palliative care clients living in the community, supporting their end of life wishes and improving their quality of life. Spending your time on the road completing scheduled visits, interacting one-on-one with clients within their homes supporting with daily activities In home personal care, daily living assistance including showering, personal hygiene, meal preparation, house cleaning, laundry and ironing Providing care in accordance with their individualised Care Plan Supporting with community based recreational and social activities Transportation and assistance with shopping and appointments. What makes a difference for us We encourage our team to be creative and enjoy themselves while contributing to our success. Come join one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia. Certificate III Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability Support, or an equivalent qualification Current Australian drivers licence and roadworthy vehicle as required (Applicable only for Personal - Carer - Community Aged Care) Experience with technology incl. smartphones, tablets, laptops etc Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies Employee Benefits: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference BlueCare is proudly part of the UnitingCare Family, we’d love you to be too Joining the state’s largest network of aged care workers with its over 8,000 strong, bright team in blue, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. With more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, you are part of something bigger. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness. Child safe, Child friendly UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will: Provide welcoming, safe & nurturing services for children Implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services Appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur Diversity & Inclusion Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. For additional support and to meet our RAP Team, email reconciliation@ucareqld.com.au Safe workplace We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety. UnitingCare is the second-largest Queensland employer, with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of UnitingCare, BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital. When you join the UnitingCare family, you are part of something bigger. We are a proud not-for-profit with a compassionate and inclusive team who are committed to the work we do. People who want to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. For more than 100 years we’ve been inspired by our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. www.unitingcareqld.com.au We’re on a mission to make a meaningful difference every day, working with thousands of Australians to ensure they live life in all its fullness. We want people who are great as individuals, and even better in a team. People who stand up for what is right. Who are open to new ideas. Who champion innovation. Who lead through learning, and lead by example. So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, to grow, thrive and to be rewarded, it’s time you joined our UnitingCare familiy. 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Responsibilities

The Personal Carer will provide care to palliative clients in the community, focusing on supporting their end-of-life wishes and enhancing their quality of life through scheduled home visits. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities such as showering, hygiene, meal preparation, cleaning, and transportation for appointments and social activities, all according to individualized Care Plans.