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Form of workSuncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better". We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way. As a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by:
Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | Empathetic
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and the experience they enjoy is critical to the success of our organisation. Every day, Suncare employees are making a difference to real people and making people's lives better.
Suncare Support Worker - what's involved in the role?
This is a rewarding community-based role where you will be supported by engaged managers and have ongoing support. We are seeking a Casual Support Worker to provide support to our Hervey Bay customers.
The hours when Support Worker services are performed is typically between Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm. We invite you to share your availability and hours you would prefer to work.
The role of a Suncare Support Worker actively supports the individual needs of aged people who are living at home, either independently or with family. No two days are the same with our customers and may include delivering personal care, household domestic assistance (cleaning bathrooms, mopping, dusting), meal preparation, accompanying them on shopping trips, appointments, community activities, providing general companionship, and helping them build social networks.
About you:
While a background or qualification in community services would be advantageous, more important are the attributes that you possess that speak to our values. We want our customers to have a great experience with our people, and our people need to have a great attitude, be friendly, willing to learn new things, and most importantly listen and understand what the customer wants. If you are motivated, passionate and excited by the prospect of a new career opportunity, we will help you to gain the skills and experience you require to be successful at Suncare.
For this position you will be required to be physically fit, hold a valid Queensland Driver's licence and be willing to use your own vehicle for work purposes, ensuring that your vehicle is appropriately insured. A National Police Check and CPR and First Aid certificates are also required in this position. You will also have the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
What can we offer you?
- Comprehensive induction program
- Helpful and supportive buddy/team structure for new staff
- Salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Suncare work shirts/blouses
- Fitness and health club programs/discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Latest technology to support you in your role
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities
- To be part of a supportive team in a growth industry
Apply now!
Ready to join our team committed to making people's lives better? Start your application by clicking the APPLY button. Please ensure you attach your resume with a cover letter.
As part of the recruitment process, you may be requested to undertake background checks such as criminal history, pre-employment medical demerit point/driving history and reference checks.
We collect, use, disclose, store, secure, manage and dispose of your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and our Privacy Policy. To see a copy of the privacy policy or to learn more about Suncare please visit our website http://www.suncare.org.au
Applicants may be requested to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the advertised role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003.
