Home Care Support Worker

Home Care Support Worker  

• Casual | Home Care Services 
• Fantastic work/life balance with Salary Packaging benefit to increase your take home pay
• Location : North Fitzroy, closer to the public transport!

Who are we?

Abound Communities, formerly Old Colonists Association of Victoria is a leading not-for-profit provider of retirement living and aged care, offering a continuum of care from independent living to assisted living and aged care in Victoria. Our four villages across Victoria – including St Helena, Fitzroy North, Berwick and Euroa are home to 500 older Victorians in need. We are a community based, not-for-profit organisation who put our residents and their families at the forefront of all we do. If you want to make a real difference, you are welcome to become a part of our exciting journey towards excellence! It really is our people and culture that set us apart, with our ongoing focus of working together as one team. 

About the role

We have positions available at North Fitzroy location. The Support Worker makes a difference to the lives of our consumers through the provision of high-quality personalised care. The Home Care Support Worker works with individuals to support their day-to-day needs, ensuring that they have maximum opportunity for living their best life. While supporting consumers in their own homes, Home Care Support workers use their kindness, empathy, and compassion to make a difference to the lives of our consumers. This role is an AMAZING opportunity for a self-driven person who wants to play a critical role in driving our continued success.             

Why YOU should join our Abound Communities team

Work-life Balance – Enjoy job security, work close to home, flexible hours
Professional Development – Increase your knowledge and skills, as well as receive ongoing support from key stakeholders. 
Caring and Engaging Culture – inspirational vision for team success, in a supportive, collaborative and high performing team. Work with a team who want to see you succeed!         

Key Responsibilities of the role

• Promote consumer’s choice and control in their daily lives.
• Provide social support and supporting consumers to be an active part of their community.
• Provide dignified personal care when required.
• Provide care in accordance with the consumer’s individualised Care Plan to support their needs.
• Provide domestic assistance as required including cleaning, gardening, and assisting with meal preparation.
• Deliver all services with a strong focus on providing the consumer with an exceptional customer service experience.
• Continuously strive for excellence and innovation as part of quality improvement in service provision.
• Provide transportation and assistance with shopping and appointments.
• Maintain appropriate records in accordance with established documentation protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings, and in regular supervision and training.
• Promptly reporting and WHS issues or potential risks to the Home Care Case Manager.
• Adhere to organisational policy and procedure.
• Ensure effective communication channels with other staff, supervisor, management, consumers, carers and other relevant stakeholders. 
• Maintain compliance with the Aged Care Quality and Safety Standards.
• Other duties and tasks as required 

To be successful in this role you will have:

Essential:

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Ageing Support, Community Services, Disability or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s licence and a reliable, registered vehicle with comprehensive car insurance 
• Current National Police Check 
• Covid 19 vaccination certificate including the booster shot
• Evidence of right to work in Australia
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates 
• Experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of and commitment to WHS Requirements
• Ability to work co-operatively within a team and independently
• A high level of organisational, communication (oral and written) and problem-solving skills
• A strong motivation and commitment to the principles and standards set by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission

Desirable:

• Manual Handling Training

If this sounds like the role for you, click on APPLY NOW!

For additional information or to request a copy of the Position Description, please contact Shivani Tripathi - P&C Consultant on ********@aboundcommunities.org.au 

To find out more about us and the wonderful work we do, please visit us at https://aboundcommunities.org.au/ 

Please note if you are selected for this position, your employment conditions will be underpinned by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (Home Care). 

Applications close on 10 February 2024.

Abound Communities reserves the right to remove advertising and/or commence the selection process before the application close date.

The successful candidate will also be required to demonstrate entitlement to work in Australia, and to disclose any pre-existing injury or disease which may be adversely affected by undertaking the inherent requirements of the position.

We celebrate multidisciplinary teams and value the rich skills and experiences brought by applicants from a range of sectors and professional backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.