16
February
Support Worker
Bower Healthcare - Sutherland, NSW
Voluntary, Charity & Social Work
Source: uWorkin
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Guaranteed minimum 25 hrs pay weekly
- Annual leave and other entitlements apply
- Aged and attendant care, plus disability services involved
We are seeking to add another experienced Support Worker to our permanent part-time team, providing support services to a variety of consumers in their own homes.
We can offer a minimum guaranteed 25 hrs per week, although most of our staff work longer hours. Leave and other entitlements are accrued according to hours worked.
Working around the east, inner west and St George/Sutherland areas, our team provides care and support to a range of clients who are aged, frail, or with disabilities and living in their own homes. You’ll be responsible for all aspects of your clients’ daily living routine, ranging from supporting them to develop and maintain independence in personal care, health and hygiene, assisting with domestic duties and helping with engagement and participate in the community.
Please note, we receive many short services, and frequent emergency bookings, which we require our staff to cover around their regular, on-going and longer services. Domestic assistance is part of the role at times and we only want those that are willing to cover these needs as part of their roster.
Essential requirements:
- Certificate III (or above) in a relevant health related field
- A minimum of 3 months experience working locally in the community
- First Aid Certificate
- Manual Handling competency evidence (or willingness to complete an on-line course)
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
- Current season Flu vaccination
- Must reside within the territory for easy access to short bookings
- Available and suitable car for work, clean licence, fully insured
Please note that only successful applicants will receive a response.
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