AddressCommunity Care & Support Worker
Southeastern and Eastern Melbourne Regions
Part Time Basis
- Competitive base rates: $31.05 - $34.69 p/hr (dependant on qualifications) + super
- Generous kilometre reimbursement in addition to hourly rate for work related travel
- Access to Salary packaging benefits
- Part Time Basis – 15 to 25 hours available every week with possibility to increase hours
- Join a rapidly growing not-for-profit organisation committed to social justice
- Based at our Braeside Office (VIC)
- Servicing Southeastern and Eastern region and surrounding Melbourne suburbs
About us
Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania.
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 an enthusiastic and experienced Care & Support Worker to join our team on a Part Time basis for 15 to 25 hours weekly. We offer the option to take on additional hours depending on your availability. You will be working across our community care program-based in the Southeastern and Eastern Melbourne regions and surrounding suburbs, 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 or about to complete studying Certificate III/IV in Aged Care/Individual Support OR Currently enrolled in 2nd/3rd Year Nursing (EEN/RN)
- Medication endorsement is favourable, but not essential
- Prior experience in Aged or Community Care (preferred)
- Geographical understanding and willingness to travel
- 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 copy of the Position Description here
Applications can be addressed to Kelly Jackson and submitted via our website. We require you also include a cover letter outlining your suitability to the role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Please upload your documents in PDF Format.
Applications close on Monday 17th of June 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 as well as a 2024 Influenza Immunisation vaccination 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.
