Community Support Worker - Northam/York/Toodyay
Job No:
JPR1837
Location:
Northam
About Juniper:
At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.
About the role:
We are currently seeking Community Support Workers to join our friendly and supportive Home and Community Care team in the Wheatbelt area of Western Australia. Wheatbelt towns where we need Community Support Workers include Northam, York, Toodyay and Goomalling.
Our Juniper Home and Community Care team provides community based care programs that assist our aged customers to continue to live independently in their own homes. Renowned for our commitment to the delivery of person centred care and best practice in relation to the provision of quality care, you will be working in a supportive environment that encourages initiative and leadership.
This position requires the delivery of personal care to our community clients, in addition to providing domestic assistance, transport and social support. Candidates with experience in the delivery of personal care (such as showering, dressing, toileting) to the aged will be viewed favourably. This position is being offered on a permanent part-time basis. Working hours are between 7:30am-4pm Monday to Friday, and up to 6pm in Northam. To be considered for this role you must be available between these hours at least three days each week. There is no weekend work required. Contracted hours and days of work will be negotiated with the successful candidates.
Key Responsibilities:
- Personal care, including showering, dressing, continence care
- Assist customers with administration of correct medication
- Assist customers with domestic duties, meal preparation and other household tasks to ensure safe and hygienic living conditions in their own homes
- Social Support, including transport to shops or appointments
- Adherence to Client Care Plan
Key Requirements:
- Current Australian driver’s licence and reliable car - essential
- Certificate III Aged Care or Dementia Care Course - desirable
- Current First Aid certification - desirable
- Previous experience working in the Community - desirable
- Understand documentation and relevant aged care legislation
- Understand principles of Occupational, Safety & Health and correct manual handling
- Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, clients, families and service providers in a manner which is effective and consistent
What’s on offer:
- Attractive rate of pay $31.85 - $33.76 per hour (dependent on experience), plus 11.5% superannuation
- Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
- All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
- Salary Package up to $18,550 per annum tax free
- Health Insurance discounts
- Employee Assistance Program with free counselling
How to apply:
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we encourage you to apply online and look forward to reviewing your application.
Please contact Recruitment Advisor Peta with any enquiries about this position 08 6119 6041.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available. People of all ages and cultures are encouraged to apply. Shortlisting will commence immediately.
Please note that this position is in the Wheatbelt, not in the Perth Metropolitan area. Applicants with an address outside this regional area will not be considered for this position unless it is specifically stated in your application that you are imminently moving to a town in the Wheatbelt.