Support Worker, Home Care

YOUR FUTURE WORKPLACE
Sacred Heart Mission is a community of dedicated people working together to end homelessness and disadvantage. Our strength lies in our shared purpose and values. We welcome individuality and support each other to bring our best and whole selves to the work we do each day.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in a fun and friendly organisation with a big heart.
YOUR NEW ROLE
If you’re looking for a career where no two days are the same, that has you out in the community making a real difference, this is the role for you!
This is your opportunity to assist people from diverse backgrounds to live the best and most independent life they can, building meaningful connections and seeing the true impact of your work.
As a qualified  Support WorkerHome Care,  your main responsibility will be to help our clients within their homes to maintain a level of independence, assisting with day-to-day activities and improving quality of life.
You will be working with clients in St Kilda and Melbourne surrounds.
A TYPICAL DAY WILL LOOK LIKE:
Supporting our clients to be independent
Providing meaningful social interaction
Assisting clients with personal care, shopping, travel to appointments, or simply a stroll in the park
Assisting with Healthcare needs and medical appointments; and
Completing progress notes for each client at the end of each shift
WE'RE LOOKING FOR
A high level of empathy and understanding for people from a variety of backgrounds will be key to your success. Our ideal candidates will be comfortable handling complex behaviours, with the resilience and empathy needed to take any situation on the chin.
The successful candidate will have:
Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support (Ageing)
A current First Aid Certificate?including CPR
A?current Drivers Licence with a reliable registered car; and
Current COVID-19 vaccination certificate which includes your booster
A current First Aid and CPR Certificate are essential, however, if you have not obtained either the clearance or the certificate, don’t let this stop you from applying for this wonderful opportunity.
YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO
Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 pre-tax
Be reimbursed per kilometre for travel in your own vehicle
Have access to work vehicles for client transport when required
Work for one of Melbourne’s most highly regarded not-for-profit with excellent career opportunities
Access to in-house training to further your skills
Help some of the most disadvantaged and most vulnerable people in our community
COME AND WORK WITH US!
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.
SHM?is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people?regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. ?We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.? Apply Now