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addressAddressHobart, TAS
CategoryHealthcare

Job description

Join us for an exciting opportunity as we seek an experienced individual to cover maternity leave commencing July 2024, in the role of part-time Social Care Assistant.

About Respect: As a proud not for profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect.
About the position: The Social Care Assistant is responsible for facilitating a range of individual, group and community based lifestyle activities according to residents’ individual physical, social, cultural and spiritual needs and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Document social profiles of new residents and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of Social Care plans.
  • Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the activities program.
  • Maintain resources for the activities program.
  • Prepare newsletters, activity notices and other correspondence for residents and other representatives.
  • Assist the General Manager with appropriate delegation and support for volunteers.

Requirements

Essential:

  • Certificate III or IV Qualification in aged care or similar discipline.
  • Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
  • Has empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the residents from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the elderly and their families, employees and visitors.
  • Experience in the aged care sector, especially as a Social Care Assistant or Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant.

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

Benefits

  • Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
  • Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
  • A healthy and positive workplace culture.
  • Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
Refer code: 2261053. Respect - The previous day - 2024-05-23 17:35

Respect

Hobart, TAS
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