Support Worker - Disability and Aged Care - Townsville

  • Townsville, QLD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Support Workers we need you!Are you a kind and compassionate person who is looking for a fulfilling career within a supportive team? Are you looking for a role where no 2 days are the same? Are you looking to make a real difference in people's lives?Then look no further!Just Better Care is looking for superstar Support Workers to join our Townsville Team. We have multiple positions available in Townsville and Ayr.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 Townsville, QLD team. You can enjoy a flexible and balanced work life and support people in your community to live their best life possible.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
  • Overnight customer support and assistance 1-2 times a week.
What you will need:
  • Minimum Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Home & Community Care, Individual Support or Disability Services (preferred)
  • Current CPR / First Aid Certificate
  • Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check
  • NDIS Worker Screening ID/Yellow Card
  • Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
  • Current Australian Driver’s Licence
  • Reliable, registered and insured vehicle (comprehensive insurance)
  • Smartphone with internet access
What we offer:
  • Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
  • 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.Apply NowAllows you to pre-fill the application using your SEEK profile information and resuméPrivacy AcknowledgmentThis information will be used solely for the purposes of your application for employment with Just Better Care. We will never share your personal information with any person or organisation unless we have your written permission to do so, or are required to by law or subpoena. * Yes I agree to the privacy statement*

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