Care Attendant

We're looking for experienced staff to join our team in providing high-quality caring services to clients in the community South of the River in Queens Park and surrounding suburbs.

About the Role

In this casual role, you'll be supporting our clients in their own homes or supported independent living facilities. You will be responsible for providing person centered care, which will include a variety of activities including personal care, social supports, transportation, meal preparation, hoisting and domestic assistance, including but not limited to, vacuuming, laundry, cleaning bathrooms and dusting. 

Our Ideal Candidate

As our ideal candidate you are someone who has empathy and compassion for others. You are also someone who is flexible around client needs, and excited about learning new things alongside us to ensure our clients always receive the best possible care. You may also have some previous experience, which might have included assisting NDIS clients, disability care or veterans’ affairs clients. (Any previous experience will be highly regarded).  

So, if you have the following essential criteria, we would love to hear from you!

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing or Disability) – or equivalent 
• a recent National Police Clearance
• Your own reliable vehicle for transport
• Current CPR (HLTAID009), First Aid (HLTAID011) and Manual Handling (HLTWHS005) - or be willing to obtain as required 
• NDIS Clearance and Working with Children Card - or be willing to obtain

International applicants must have a valid working visa.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Benefits and Expectations 

• Competitive pay rates
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Well-being services and corporate discount packages
• Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
• 24/7 support from our team of coordinators
• Employee referral bonus program 
• Gain exposure to a variety of clients with varying care needs and disabilities
• Have access to a customised care plan for each client
• Help your clients reach their goals and assist them in living independently 
• Inclusive and supportive leadership
• Get regular work around a variety of shift times

If you would like to talk to someone about this role, please email us at *******@hendercare.com.au​ quoting this advertisement with attention to Helen. 

WELCOME TO HENDERCARE

At HenderCare, we pride ourselves on the high-quality care and support we offer to people living with a disability, people in the acute healthcare sector, children and young people, and our older Australians. Our mission is to give our all for health and community care, with our clients at the forefront of all that we do – enhancing their lives and assisting them to achieve their goals and improve their well-being.

We recognise that our greatest contribution to enhancing the lives of our clients is the investment in talented, caring, and passionate people. We champion diversity and equality, foster a culture of respect and support, and provide growth and developmental opportunities for you to reach your full potential throughout your career.

HenderCare is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional and safe working environment with a zero-tolerance approach to sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, and harassment. We value Australia's diversity and seek to improve equal and equitable opportunities for all employees and prospective candidates, regardless of race, age, gender, sex, abilities, culture, language, and socio-economic background. 

We are committed to fostering a work environment that respects and pays tribute to the rich history and culture of our First Nations People. Through our combined efforts in Closing the Gap, we aim to provide valuable employment for our First Nations peoples and encourage their contribution to our workforce.

To find out more about HenderCare, visit us at www.hendercare.com.au

We are actively looking to fill this position and reserve the right to shortlist and interview applicants whilst this advertisement is open, therefore, we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

Please be aware applications will close on 09/04/2024