SUPPORT WORKERS REQUIRED IN MACKAY AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Job No:
JBC1072719
Location:
Mackay
Casual Support Workers Required
for Mackay and the surroundings areas
Across Australia Just Better Care provides in-home aged care and disability support services, supporting people to live independently. We are currently looking for Support Workers to join our QLD team. You can enjoy a flexible and balanced work life and support people in your community to live their best life possible.
After much anticipation Just Better Care has finally arrived in the Central Queensland and Mackay areas, we are very proud of our service excellence that we currently deliver in the Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay areas, we would love to continue this excellence in your area and we would LOVE for you to join our Just Better Care Family.
If you feel that you would love to contribute back to the community why not join the team that is award winning. If you feel you have the compassion to assist those who need it most in our community this position is for YOU.
The role:
This role involves travelling between customer’s homes and assisting them with daily living and lifestyle requirements by providing person-centred care and support.
Duties and responsibilities may include:
- Personal care: showering, dressing, grooming and medication assistance
- Domestic assistance: light household cleaning, laundry and meal preparation
- Social support/transportation: social activities, shopping/groceries, travelling to medical appointments
- Supporting customers in the use of aids and personal equipment including: standing or walking frames, wheelchairs, manual or electric hoists, sliding sheets or moving boards, hearing aids and other physical aids
- Supporting customers with complex and/or challenging needs
- Monitoring the well-being of customers and reporting on their progress
- Participating in staff meetings and attending training as required
What you will need:
- Minimum Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Home & Community Care, Individual Support or Disability Services (preferred)
- Proof of Vaccination (where relevant) i.e. COVID-19 vaccination certificate
- Current CPR / First Aid Certificate
- Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check
- Current and satisfactory Federal Police Check, Yellow Card & Blue Card
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence
- Reliable, registered and insured vehicle (comprehensive insurance is preferred)
- Smartphone with internet access
What we offer:
- Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
- Above award wages
- Career progression
- Varied work supporting a diverse range of customers
- Ability to work independently and close to home
- Training & development opportunities (including free access to our online learning tools & programs)
- Access to our free Employee Assistance Program
- Staff recognition programs
- Ongoing support and advice from experienced, friendly, local office staff
Next steps:
If you would like to join our growing team of Support Workers and become part of our friendly, professional network please Apply today.
Just Better Care recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to promoting fairness, equity and diversity in its workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander are encouraged to apply
What We Offer
Flexible work hours
Work the hours that suit you, so you can easily juggle life's other commitments.
Work close to home
Work local, and assist people in and around your own community.
Training
Grow your knowledge and skills with our training programs and online Learning Management System.
Employee Assistance Program
If you ever need additional counselling or support, we're always here to help.
Weekly Pay
Stay on top of your cash flow and your everyday expenses with weekly pay.
Recognition Programs
We have local and national program in place to reward and recognise our team members.
