Address Contract Type:
Part Time
Location:
Shellharbour -
Industry:
Community Services & Development
Contact Name:
Parama Tungka
Contact Email:
Parama@orchardtalent.com.au
Contact Phone:
+61 2 9157 6207
Date Published:
25-Jan-2024
You can make a difference in someone's life today by applying for this highly rewarding role with IRT (Illawarra Retirement Trust)!
As a homeCare Support Worker, you'll help older Australians maintain their independence and live at home for longer. Your personalised care and empathetic companionship will truly make a positive impact on their lives.
We have multiple
Permanent Part Time positions for
experienced aged care or disability worker available in Shellharbour 2527 and surrounding areas (Albion Park, Shell Cove, Minnamurra, Kiama, Gerringong).
Your day will look like:
Domestic Assistance including cleaning and cooking or meal preparation
Personal care including getting them up, showering and dressing
Driving clients to medical appointments or taking them shopping
Providing social support and community engagement
Providing complex care and medication management
Why choose IRT?
Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
Offering weekday and weekend shifts
Paid travel, mileage ($0.96/KM) & weekend penalty rates
Work phone, uniform, PPE & training provided
Guaranteed hours for our valued Home Care workers
Access to free accredited training courses through the IRT Academy for professional and career development
Career opportunities in residential aged care, nursing and facilities management
Annual leave, Sick leave & Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
Discounted gym memberships
Employee Assistance Program (free counselling service) and staff wellness programs
Your well-being is our priority. You can’t care for others if you don’t look after yourself
Support at every step of your employment journey with IRT
What we look for:
A big heart, empathy and a passion for supporting older Australians to live their best life
Driver's licence and a fully insured car
Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
Current First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain)
Current flu vaccine - required from May-September to help protect our clients during the winter months
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Resilience and ability to work independently
You're available to work at least 3 days - we offer both midweek and weekend shifts to suit your lifestyle
If you're looking for an organisation that cares about you, please
APPLY NOW.
