Personal Care Worker - Home Care

In Home Services Assistants/Direct Care Workers/Personal Support Workers

• Leading not-for-profit, values based organisation
• Permanent part-time minimum 10-15 hours per week, and salary packaging benefits
• Loddon Region/Bendigo Area

What YOU do matters!

Do YOU have a flair for Aged and Community Care? If so, join our team in Loddon/Bendigo. We’re seeking passionate individuals to support older Victorians to live their best life, independently and safely in the comfort of their own home and community. If you’re a qualified and dedicated Care Worker who’s focused on person-centred care, we want to hear from you! Join us and make a difference!

Your Role

Known as an In Home Service Assistant at Benetas, you will join a committed team that supports older people to live their best lives independently and safely within their own homes and community. You matter to our clients, their families and loved ones, our community, your colleagues and to Benetas.

Your day to day activities could include:

• Helping clients with domestic activities such as cleaning, shopping, laundry, meal preparation and more;
• Accompanying clients on outdoor activities such as going for a gentle stroll, gardening or going for a coffee or lunch;
• Assisting clients with transport to appointments, social engagements and other outings; and
• Supporting clients with their Personal Care needs e.g. showering and dressing.

 So we can ensure your success, you will need;

• Previous aged care or community care experience (desirable)
• A  full driver’s licence & reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• A valid police check or willingness to obtain one and a right to work in Australia
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or in process of obtaining certification)
• Current flu vaccination and Covid-19 Vaccination

As a valued employee, your experience matters. Look forward to:

• Flexible working hours and a variety of shifts available across the week
• A range of work options which include permanent-part time with all the benefits such as annual leave, sick leave, paid maternity/paternity leave and more
• Paid eligible kilometres, and a  competitive salary (with salary packaging and meal & entertainment benefits)
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• A comprehensive orientation before going out into the community with ongoing training and support
• Proudly being part of a business that values Respect, Responsibility, Community, and Spirit

About Benetas

Benetas is a leading not-for-profit aged care and community health provider dedicated to delivering quality services to those who need it most. Our Community Health and Care division delivers Home Care Services across Victoria that supports older people to live full and independent lives in the comfort of their home. We are a recognised leader in gender equality, having been awarded an Employer of Choice citation since 2006. We are proud to provide an inclusive workplace - with a diverse workforce that is reflective of the client base.

Keen to join us?

We respect and value differences, and encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to apply. To view the position description and to submit your application, please click Apply Now!

Please note we may consider applications on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which a National Police Check. All applicants must have valid working rights, and all employees are required to be immunised with the Influenza Vaccination and Covid-19 Vaccination.