Care & Support Worker

Barwon Office (Highton) Care & Support Worker Part Time or Casual Basis Competitive pay rates: $31.05 - $34.69 per hour (dependant on qualifications) We pay your hourly rate whilst you travel between clients! Generous kilometre reimbursement in addition to hourly rate for work related travel Access to Salary packaging benefits Join a rapidly growing not-for-profit organisation committed to social justice Part Time role – Open to casual applicants as well Servicing Highton, Geelong and surrounding suburbs - Office based in Highton. Who are we? Founded in 1989, Wintringham is a not-for-profit organisation that provides an extensive range of aged care, housing and related support services to elderly people who come from a homeless or financially disadvantaged background. We employ over 1000 staff and our Community Care programs see our employees assist our clients in their homes and in the community. As an organisation that advocates for social justice, we are committed to upholding our values of options, dignity and rights for our clients as well as our employees Your new role We are currently seeking a flexible and experienced Care & Support Worker to join our team on a Part Time or Casual basis. You will be working across our community care program based in and around Highton and the Barwon Region assisting our clients in their homes. If you are seeking a flexible workplace that caters to your availability and gets you out of an office or facility, then look no further. So – what is a day in the life of a Community Care & Support Worker? No two days will be the same in this fast paced and dynamic role. In your new role, some of the requirements will include: Community Support: escorting our clients on community outings e.g. shopping trips, excursions, lunches, appointments Transport: escorting our clients to medical and allied health appointments, hospital visits and respite care Domestic Support: cleaning, tidying, changing bedding to ensure a safe, clean and sanitized environment for our client Personal Care: showering, oral care and continence management Medication Assistance: Administering and monitoring medications, assisting with dressings and basic observations Food Preparation: preparing, cooking and serving of meals What we will need from you: Completed Certificate III/IV in Aged Care/Individual Support Medication endorsement is favourable, but not essential Prior experience in Aged or Community Care (preferred but not essential) Geographical understanding and willingness to travel to and around Highton, Geelong and surrounding suburbs A non-judgmental approach with the ability to work with people from varying socio-economic backgrounds This sounds great! How do I apply? For more information about this exciting role, you can view a copy of the Position Description here Applications can be addressed to Susan Alvear and submitted by filling out the required information below. Please upload your documents in PDF format. Applications close on Friday 1st of March 2024 at 5pm Successful applicants will be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both of these parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application. Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment, and must provide evidence. Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. The safety of all older people is paramount and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse. Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia’s First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Diversity and inclusion makes our community and Wintringham stronger,and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.