Support Worker (Female Identified) With Specialization In Dementia Care

Title: Support Worker (Female Identified) with Specialization in Dementia Care and Behaviours of Concern

Are you driven by the desire to make a positive impact and assist individuals in reaching their objectives? Are you seeking employment with an organization that treats its clients and staff as if they were family?

Who we are:

Hawa Pure Care is a registered NDIS provider committed to working alongside people with disabilities, their families and carers to plan and provide the highest quality services and products that respond to the participant's individual needs, goals and choices. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate in their community, regardless of their ability. Ensuring that customers have choice and control is paramount in our decision making.

Location: Wollongong

Hours: Casual 
Morning: 8am - 4pm
Evening: 4pm - 10pm/12am
Active Night: 10pm/12am - 9am

*Times may vary
 

About the Role: 

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated female-identified Support Workers to join our team, offering specialized care to participants with a range of needs including early onset dementia, behaviours of concern, and mobility assistance. This role involves supporting female participants with all aspects of daily living, health management tasks, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support with all transfers, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), meal preparation, and personal care for a participant with significant support needs.
• Administer medication, assist with transportation to and from work, and support another participant in maintaining personal hygiene, completing daily tasks, and engaging in routine-based activities.
• Utilize communication skills to foster positive relationships and encourage independence among participants.
• Complete cleaning tasks and meal preparation.
• Ensure safety and well-being through competent medication management and use of mobility aids like the Sara Steady.

Requirements:

• Female-identified, in response to the specific requirements of our participants and their families.
• Proven experience with behaviours of concern, Dementia Care, and medication management.
• Proficiency in using mobility aids such as a Sara Steady.
• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Access to a vehicle with room for a wheelchair, for participant transport.
  Current First Aid Certification with CPR, NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance.
• Ability to complete household tasks and prepare meals.

Ideal Candidate:

• You have a passion for providing high-quality care and support to individuals with diverse needs.
• Experience in Dementia Care is highly regarded.
• You are adaptable, patient, and have a strong commitment to enhancing the lives of participants.

Benefits:

• Join a supportive and caring team environment.
• Receive ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Contribute to making a significant difference in the lives of participants.
  Competitive salary and flexible working hours.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, including examples of how you meet the specific requirements listed above.

Ready to apply?

If this position sounds like you, please click Apply!

Or contact our recruiting specialist Gary by giving a phone call to 0451870***/ send your resume to **@hawapurecare.com.au

You can also find out more about us via our website www.hawapurecare.com.au

Hawa Pure Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female-identified individuals to apply for this position.