Community Care Assistants

Mercy Services is a values-based organisation operating in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter & upper Central Coast regions of NSW to provide individualised holistic and integrated care for the frail aged, the impaired and their carers.

We are currently experiencing growth in our Home and Community Care Team and are seeking to expand & support our growing home care and NDIS clients for the upper Central Coast area.

The role of Community Care Assistant (CCA) undertakes a wide range of duties from the provision of high level personal care to household cleaning to support people within their own homes.    Other duties may involve showering, dressing, cooking, grocery shopping and supporting with medical appointments and socialising in the community.

Numerous opportunities are available across various shifts with a particular focus in afternoon / early evening availability for care workers that have obtained their medication certification.  

This role requires morning, afternoon & evening availability - it will not suit someone looking to work in school hours. There is excellent potential for permanent employment and further training.

To be successful for these positions you must possess:

• A genuine passion for helping people
• Certificate III in Home and Community Care (Aged Care) or equivalent.
• Professionalism and alignment with the values and ethos of Mercy Services
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to liaise with a wide range of customers from diverse social and cultural backgrounds
• Current drivers licence and reliable motor vehicle (vehicle registered and comprehensively insured)
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.
• Proficient in use of electronic technology including smart phones, email and internet
• Current First Aid Certificate, successful Police Check and clear Working With Children Check

As part of our Employment screening process you will be required to undertake a National Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in Australia.

Please submit a cover letter and your resume via seek by selecting the  "APPLY NOW" option.

For further information about Mercy Services visit us visit www.mercyservices.org.au

Mercy Services supports increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.