AddressAbout the Company
Uniting Communities is a leading, inclusive not-for profit community services organisation working alongside more than 80,000 South Australians each year to reduce inequality, improve wellbeing, overcome disadvantage, and support people to live the best lives they can. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services.
In addition to all of Uniting Communities services, we provide specific programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander communities.
About the Role
Due to ongoing growth in the Upper Spencer Gulf region we are encouraging First Nations people from traditional lands like Barngarla Country (including Port Augusta, Whyalla), and Nukunu Country (including Wilmington and Melrose) to care and support Elders living at home.
It is important to show care and kindness as you work with customers and their families.
Duties
• Provide personal care including showering and dressing
• Prepare meals by shopping for ingredients and cooking
• Transport customers on social outings, take to doctor, shopping, cuppa and yarn
• At home cleaning
Skills & experience
• Able to look after and care for Elders
• Previous experience is needed but not essential, learn new skills on the job and through training
• A current drivers licence and your own registered, insured, roadworthy vehicle
• All First Nations people encouraged to apply, cultural leave available
• A Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support desirable
Benefits
• Flexible working roster
• Participate in local orientation and regular meetings to keep you connected with local culturally appropriate team support
• Earn while you care for Elders and build collaborative relationships
Vaccination Requirements
COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement under the Emergency Management (Healthcare Setting Workers Vaccination) (COVID-19) Directions 2022 to work in a SA Health/health care setting.
How to apply:
Click APPLY or contact Janice Shiner on 08 8641 24***/ 0448426*** for more information.
www.unitingcommunities.org
