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When you choose Southern Cross Care Tasmania you are choosing a team who is passionate about people and their quality of life. For over 50 years we have been caring for our community, making a difference in the lives of those we care for as well as those that work for us.
A wholly Tasmanian not for profit aged care provider with services in almost every region, we provide support in residential aged care, lifestyle villages and in the home. Taking a holistic approach, our clinical and lifestyle services are delivered by qualified, passionate and committed people who value and respect individual needs and preferences.
The Opportunity
We are excited to share that we have opportunities for Casual and Part-time Home and Community Support Workers to work in Northern Tasmania
The Community Support Worker provides in-home support services to aged care consumers, actively promoting their independence and community participation.
Key responsibilities of this role include:
- Ensuring the highest standard of care is delivered to care recipients
- Assisting in the implementation of support described in support plans
- Undertaking support tasks in accordance with the clients individual support plan
- Ensure work practices are continually improved and comply with the Aged care Standards
- Maintain good relationships with the care recipient and families
- Reporting and documenting all issues/concerns/matters in accordance with internal policies and procedures
- Take into account an individual's cultural and religious preference when interacting and assisting in support activities.
What you’ll need:
- Certificate 3 level, and/or other relevant courses
- Sound knowledge of the current Aged Care legislative requirements and accreditation processes
- Ability to travel
- Maintaining a safe working environment and adoption of safe working practices
- Satisfactory national police check within the last three month (or able to get one)
- Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People registration with NDIS endorsement (or able to get one)
- Satisfactory evidence of working rights in Australia
What’s on Offer
We offer:
- A competitive salary
- The opportunity to salary package up to $18,550 per FBT year
- Access to free parking
- Training and development opportunities
- Discounted private health insurance
- Additional leave such as maternity leave and four weeks personal leave
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via SEEK
To download a copy of the Position Description and check out our benefits such as salary packaging, please visit our website via https://www.scctas.org.au/work-with-us/
To apply, please submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing how your relevant experience meets the Selection Criteria and key responsibilities of the role.
Southern Cross Care (Tas) Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and to reflect the community we serve. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from suitably qualified people of diverse genders, sexuality and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
