We are Goodwin, a multi-award-winning, industry-leading seniors' services and accommodation provider in the ACT and NSW. For over 70 years, our community-owned, not-for-profit organisation has provided the Canberra and regional community with vibrant and luxurious retirement living villages, reliable and innovative home care, and the very best in residential aged care facilities.
Benefits
Enjoy a range of employee benefits designed to support your well-being and lifestyle, including salary packaging, discounted health insurance, gym membership, free flu vaccinations, exclusive discounts on leading brands, career development opportunities, and more.
Job Description
Looking for a part-time job with flexible hours that allows you to make a positive impact on people's lives?
Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for you in Canberra and its surroundings.
Why choose us?
Join our Goodwin Aged Care team, in this rewarding part-time role as a Home Care Support Worker, where you'll provide quality care and support to our cherished elderly clients in their homes, following personalised care plans. Empower our clients, foster their independence, and ensure efficient task management. Accurate documentation and respectful, warm communication are key, all while adhering to Aged Care Quality Standards, Goodwin policies, and safeguarding their privacy.
Desired Skills and Experience
Mandatory requirements
Current driver’s licence.
Motor vehicle (car) with current registration and full comprehensive insurance that can be used for work purposes. Vehicle must undergo completion of quarterly vehicle check.
Copies of licence, registration and insurance must be provided prior to commencement and upon renewal.
Mobile phone (smart phone). It is the responsibility of the carer to ensure the phone is switched on, charged and has sufficient credit, including data, always during work time.
Qualifications
Certificate III Individual Support (Aged Care/Home and Community Care) (or higher) or similar highly desirable. If you do not possess this qualification, you will be required to attain this within the terms of your agreement.
Medication Skill Set highly desirable.
Essential skills
Experience in the delivery of care outcomes for older people.
Experience in achieving outcomes and skill development.
Sound level skills in office systems, procedures, documentation and record keeping.
Ability to work with limited supervision.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders.
Flexibility in work and thought processes to be able to multitask on a variety of diverse work types at the same time.
If you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team on (02) 6175 5004 or recruitment@goodwin.org.au
Goodwin encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds to apply.
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