Domestic Assistant

We are currently seeking a Domestic Assistant for the Busselton area.30 hours minimum per fortnight Monday - Friday (No weekend work!)We welcome enquiries from those requiring half days or school hours Are you passionate about helping people? Are you looking for work close to home?Experience the freedom of community domestic work and support vulnerable people in your local area to stay in the comfort of their own homes - be the reason someone doesn't have to move out of the place they feel safest. Silverchain can offer you exciting community based career options whether you are entry level or have experience in the health care sector. Duties:Support clients to undertake domestic tasks in the home such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation and other tasks as prescribed within the care/support planInspire clients to participate in their care, encouraging them to undertake what they can and assisting where they require supportSupport clients to maintain control of their lives by understanding and developing their functional capacity to improve their overall health and wellbeingDevelop and maintain an awareness of the support needs of each client to ensure appropriate person centered services are provided, escalating any concerns or feedback as requiredUndertake routine administrative tasks on Comcare notes, care/support plans and other relevant documentation that complies with organisational policies and proceduresParticipate in activities and conversations that support continuous improvement of service delivery, to ensure quality service provision is maintained and to achieve Best Care for every clientWork cooperatively and develop respectful relationships with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds About You:Ability to undertake domestic/housekeeping tasks to a satisfactory standard, including cleaning, laundry, and meal preparationEffective interpersonal skills to build trust, confidence, and rapport with clients, enabling you to encourage and motivate clients to be as independent as possibleEffective communication skills (verbal and written) to ensure effective service delivery and to ensure service provision can be discussed, recorded, and reported on as requiredAbility to prioritise workAbility to work alone within a home and/or out in the community and an ability to work as part a teamBasic First Aid Certificate is desirable.Willingness to work towards Certificate III in Community Services, Individual Support or Aged Care would be highly desirable Big benefits when you join Silverchain:Salary packaging - up to $18,550 tax free per annumLeave loading 17.5%Travel allowance of $0.96 per k/mSubsidised gym membership - $15 per week to access hundreds of different fitness venuesHealth insurance programmes - discounts with HBF, Medibank & NIBSocial club discounts - cheaper tickets to cinemas, theatre shows, Zoo, Aqwa, Scitech, Adventure World and more *providers subject to changeMental health support - up to 3 free sessions with a degree-qualified psychologist per yearSmart phone & training provided to perform your workInternal referral rewards - refer a friend or family member receive a $250 e-voucher Pay Rate:Domestic Assistant $27.90 + super (Permanent Part Time)Plus $0.96c per k/m travel allowance Shifts & Rosters:Silver Chain operates Domestic Services Monday to Friday.We are looking for someone who can work a minimum of 4 days per week.Shifts between: 09:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to FridayWe welcome enquiries from those requiring half days or school hoursBased on Silver Chain Group Policy, you will be required to provide evidence of vaccination against COVID-19 including booster, or evidence of an authorised medical exemption in order to commence employment with Silver Chain. Interested?To submit your application, and to view a copy of the Position Description, click ‘Apply'.If you require assistance in completing this application, please call our friendly Recruitment Team on 1300 724 463 What is a recruitment pool?We use recruitment pools to build a bank of talent suited to both current and future opportunities within Silverchain. This advert is for a recruitment pool process that may be used to fill appointments within the locations stated above.Applicants who are successfully appointed to the pool may be contacted by Silverchain at any time and offered positions - applicants who decline an offer will remain in the pool and given opportunity for future offers.Appointment to the pool is not a guarantee of job offer. At Silver Chain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.