AddressExtended Care Assistants Part Time Positions
Christian Homes Tasmania Ltd. (CHT) are not-for-profit provider of aged care services including residential care, community care and independent living housing options. CHT are committed to excellence in all aspects of our care and services.
We have multiple Part Time roles and are seeking experienced, enthusiastic, flexible and self-motivated Extended Care Assistants with a passion for working with the elderly to join our teams at Hawthorn Village in Blackmans Bay and Snug Village in Snug, Tasmania.
CHT provide person-centred care, based on individual preferences and choices within our residential care facilities and community care services. We do this from a model of care based on our values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Integrity, Services and Truth.
As a non-for-profit provider we offer competitive salary rates and the benefit of salary packaging.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Treating residents and clients with dignity and respect and supporting them to maintain their identity;
- Supporting residents and clients with respect to their independence and making informed choices about their care, services and living the life they choose;
- Contributing to resident care that is safe and effective and meets their needs goals and preferences to optimise their health, well-being, independence and quality of life;
- Administering medication under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and maintaining annual competencies ( For Medication Competent ECA's);
- Ensuring resident care, including activities of daily living (ADL’s) and lifestyle activities, is delivered competently and is reflective of each residents care plan.
- An ability to effectively deliver appropriate levels of care in relation to all aspects of ADL’s, including:
- Personal Care – Toileting & continence, showering, grooming, dressing, oral care and nail care;
- Nutrition and hydration
- Mobility
- Demonstrating safe and appropriate manual handing practices and techniques;
- Practicing appropriate and required infection control and follows universal precautions;
- Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards;
- Proven ability to work as part of a cohesive team;
- Adaptability and flexibility including the ability to deal with change;
- A high level of organisational and prioritisation skills and an ability to multi-task;
- A commitment to quality continuous improvement;
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
- A commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD):
Essential requirements of the position are:
- Certificate IV in Ageing or Individual Support qualification or a Certificate III Ageing or Individual Support and an Assist Clients with Medication qualification;
- An approved NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or a willingness to undertake one;
- The provision of an Immunisation History Statement from the Australian Immunisation Register confirming that the applicant has received a minimum of two doses and Booster of the COVID-19 Vaccination;
- Valid Australian Work Entitlements.
For additional details regarding these positions please contact Neha Batra or Ellie Keany, on (03) 6239 3*** or via email ***************@cht.org.au
Applications including a covering letter, outlining your skills and experience relative to the position, and a Resume should be forwarded to Neha Batra & Ellie Keany, via the ‘apply now’ option on SEEK by 9am Wednesday 29 May 2024. Applications will be assessed on submission and may close prior to Wednesday 29 May 2024.
Applications will not be accepted via email.
Employer questionsYour application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as an Extended Care Assistant?
Have you completed a qualification in aged care?
