Care Support Worker

Care Support Worker

Sisters of the Good Samaritan

Glebe, NSW *(Care support is delivered in homes or Aged Care Facilities)

Nursing - Aged Care (Healthcare & Medical)

Permanent part time 30 hours per week

About Us

The Sisters of the Good Samaritan are a group of religious women within the Catholic Church who seek God – the God who impels us to be neighbour. The Sisters of the Good Samaritan were the first religious Congregation founded in Australia.

For more than 160 years, we have responded to God’s invitation to be neighbour. We commit ourselves to seeking God, to be of service to others and to a communal way of life.

About the Role

This is a fabulous opportunity for an experienced Care Support Worker to join our community based Health and Wellbeing Team. We are a dedicated team of nurses and carers supporting the Sisters of the Good Samaritan in independent living, community and aged care settings. 

The primary role of the Care Support Worker is to provide physical, social, companioning and Care Support to the Congregation members (Sisters), as a member of the Health and Wellbeing team to support each Sister to participate in the life and mission of the Congregation.

This unique role provides autonomy, collegial support and professional development within a welcoming workplace committed to the health and wellbeing of our people – the Sisters and staff. We are proud of our positive culture and values based approach to our daily work.

We offer comprehensive induction, peer support, over award wages and the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated health professionals.

About You

Your experience in  providing care, support, and coordination in an aged care or community setting is vital to this role. 

Specifically, the ideal candidate for the role will meet the following key requirements:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Community Health, Aged Care or Pastoral Care 
   
• Certificate 3 in Aged Care or equivalent
   
• First Aid Certificate Level 2
   
• Appreciation of and commitment to supporting the life and mission, spirituality of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan
   
• A personal desire to support elderly people to live valued and meaningful lives
   
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
   
• The ability to deliver care and support, in consultation with the Registered Nurse to meet each Sisters requirements

The successful candidate must also have a current driver’s licence and access to a fully insured and maintained motor vehicle suitable for transporting aged persons on occasions.

Enquiries and Application Process 

To obtain a copy of the Position Description or enquire about the role, please contact **@goodsams.org.au.

Applications must include a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter must outline your experience and suitability for the role.

Applications must be willing to undertake a National Criminal History Check and must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  

Applications close Friday, 12 April 2024, however interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered and shortlisted (if suitable) as they are received. 

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.