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Form of work- Casual employment opportunities in the Riverstone and Penrith areas
- BENEFITS! BENEFITS! BENEFITS!
- Rewarding role in a supportive organisation
Are you a dedicated and caring person looking for a role where you can make a real difference to your client’s wellbeing? If so, we have multiple casual opportunities for Community Support Workers to join our supportive team.
When working with CatholicCare you will have the opportunity to work with regular clients in a person-centred way, supporting them to live and age well. We are committed to an inclusive culture where all employees and clients feel valued, respected, accepted, fully able and empowered to contribute.
To support our current client needs, we are currently recruiting for female Community Support Workers. CatholicCare considers that being a woman is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Section 31 (b,c,e) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
We are looking for people with the ability to speak Portuguese to suit the requirements of our clients in Penrith.
About the role
As a Community Support Worker, you will provide care and support to seniors with their daily living and changing needs to promote their independence and community engagement. We are looking for people with a caring and friendly nature to provide personal care and domestic support services to elderly clients in their homes.
As a Community Support Worker your duties include the following:
- Providing personal care to clients
- Assistance with household chores
- Assisting with meal preparation
- Assisting with Medication
- Accompanying clients to the shops and appointments
- Providing social support and community engagement
Our key requirements
As the ideal candidate you will need the following:
- Hold an Individual Support, Community Service or Aged Care Qualifications
- COVID Vaccination (minimum 2 doses) *requirement*
- A driver’s licence and registered car *requirement*
- Current First Aid Certificate *willing to obtain*
- Current CPR Certificate *willing to obtain*
- Good English Communication Skills *requirement*
- Work independently *requirement*
- Navigate a Smart Phone *requirement*
If you think you meet all the above, then we would love to hear from you!
Benefits
- Salary Packaging opportunity to maximise your take-home pay (by reducing your income tax and increases your take-home pay)
- Travel allowance
- Support flexible working arrangements
- Value your wellbeing and offer free access to a premium mindfulness app
- Free EAP counselling for you and your family members
- Free yearly flu vaccinations
- Professional growth supported by Staff Development Team
- Retention and Referral after 3 months – refer a friend and receive a reward!
If you believe you meet all the above, then we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply
Click Apply now to begin your online application! To be considered for this role, you will need to attach your resume and a cover letter addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role (refer to the criteria in the position description provided).
Applications for this position close 19th March 2024. However, please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting and interviews may commence whilst the advert is open.
For enquiries, please contact Chevaughn Phillips at chevaughn.phillips@catholiccare.org or on 02 8709 9347 or Liz Hand on 0420 621 598.
About Us
CatholicCare Sydney is a leading not-for-profit agency providing care and support to people in Sydney across a wide range of social services: Children and families, relationships, ageing, disability, employment, mental health and youth programs. We are the official social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney.
At CatholicCare, we believe vaccination to be the best way to keep our people and our communities safe from Covid-19. We require all employees, volunteers and students to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of engagement.
CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment and will also require a Working with Children Check.
CatholicCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Employer of Choice for Women. People of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and other culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply; people living with a disability are encouraged to apply.
