Social Care Assistant
Respect, Australia
Job Description
We are presently in search of a casual Social Care Assistant to join our team at St John's Home in Wangaratta, Victoria. This role involves filling a weekly permanent shift as well as providing holiday cover.
The Social Care Assistant is responsible for facilitating a range of individual, group and community based lifestyle activities according to residents’ individual physical, social, cultural and spiritual needs and preferences.
Respect Aged Care embraces the values of respect, care, teamwork, courage, integrity, innovation, and excellence. We provide a supportive and respectful working environment and pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer service and individualised care to our residents and their families.
Requirements
Essential:
- Certificate III or IV Qualification in aged care or similar discipline.
- Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
Desirable:
- Has empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the residents from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the elderly and their families, employees and visitors.
To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.
Benefits
What we can offer you:
- Competitive salary and entitlements.
- Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
- Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
- Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
- A healthy and positive workplace culture.
- Learning, development, and growth opportunities.