THE OPPORTUNITY

Melton City Council is seeking a Social and Client Connections Worker to support older people and individuals with disabilities in maintaining their independence, wellbeing, and social connections. You will deliver high-quality community care and social support under the HACC-PYP and CHSP programs, working both individually and as part of a team to create a welcoming and engaging environment for clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide community care support including domestic assistance, personal care, flexible respite, social support individual, centre and community-based support, and other support services, inclusive of mobility assistance to eligible HACC PYP and CHSP clients using a person-centred approach as outlined in their care plans.
• Support clients to maintain and develop independent living skills and routines.
• Foster positive and respectful relationships with clients, respecting cultural values, beliefs and individual choices.
• Monitor the physical, social, and emotional wellbeing of clients and report any concerns to the respective Supervisor.
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TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community, Social Support Individual) or equivalent and/or experience in a relevant field that demonstrates capability to undertake theposition.
• Experience, knowledge and skills relevant to the various community care support services provided to eligible clients under the HACC-PYP & CHSP.
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of the needs of older people, people with disabilities and their carers.
• Current valid Victorian Driver’s Licence and access to a safe and appropriately registered, comprehensively insured vehicle suitable for the purpose of transporting clients.
• Must hold or be able to obtain an Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current Level II First Aid Certificate, including CPR module.
• Available to work between Monday and Friday 7am and 7pm, weekends, public holidays and irregular hours as service requires.