Address Job Description
When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.
About the role
Join our Aged Care Services team as a Home Care Support Worker. Wherever you live, we want to hear from you.
This role will see you supporting older Australians living at home by taking them out shopping, to and from appointments, and:
Personal care, including showering and self-care
Assisting clients with toileting, continence aids and cleaning their homes
Supporting mobility and transfers
Tasty meal preparation
Medication administration
Social support to live their best life at home
About you
You’ll care about supporting older Australians to maintain their independence at home, and have the following:
Certificate III in Individual Support or similar
Experience working as a community Support Worker is desirable, but not essential
Great communication skills, including literacy and numeracy skills
Full valid Driver’s Licence
Access to a roadworthy vehicle that is registered in WA and covered by Third-Party insurance is a must!
Influenza and COVID vaccination is preferred but not required
National Police Clearance (obtained within the last 6 months)
About the benefits
You’ll join an incredible team of caring, passionate people, have access to learning and development opportunities to grow your skills, and importantly, be making a real difference in the lives of the people you support! In addition, you will receive:
Competitive salary with not-for-profit benefits!
From $31 per hour plus a travel allowance of 85c/km
Additional salary packaging options up to $15,900 pa for general living expenses plus an additional $2,650 pa for entertainment
Mobile phone for work purposes
Work for a values-based organisation
Childcare discounts for your little ones
Options to purchase additional leave
Training & Development to grow your career
Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations
To Apply
Click “Apply Now” to visit our website and apply. Applications close on 15th March 2024 but apply soon as we will progress recruitment earlier if the right match is found.
At MercyCare, every person matters.
With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.
