At a Glance
- Tasks: Support older adults and individuals with disabilities through engaging activities and community integration.
- Company: Join South West Healthcare, a leader in community health services.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, professional development, and excellent employment conditions.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to inclusion and community well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while fostering a sense of community.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in Allied Health or Aged Care, plus strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 59283 - 65042 $ per year.
Position overview
Employment Type: Part time (28 hours per fortnight), Ongoing position
Location: Macarthur Campus
Classification: Allied Health Assistant
Salary Range: $59,282.60 - $65,042.120 pro rata, plus superannuation
About the role
Are you passionate about fostering a sense of community and making a positive impact? South West Healthcare's Macarthur Community Health Centre is seeking an experienced Social Support Group (SSG) Assistant to join our dedicated team in a part-time role, supporting the well-being of older adults and individuals with disabilities. As part of the Macarthur SSG program, you'll help deliver meaningful activities that focus on participants' strengths, encouraging social integration and promoting a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment. You'll collaborate with the SSG team to provide exceptional care, ensuring the program meets the unique needs and goals of its participants.
What you bring
- A strong commitment to maintaining professional confidentiality and providing a high standard of customer-focused care
- Relevant qualifications in Allied Health, Enrolled Nursing, or a Certificate III in Aged Care, Disability, Lifestyle and Leisure, with experience in aged care and/or activity-based programs highly regarded
- Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging and innovative activities tailored to the needs and interests of diverse client groups
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- A Safe Food Handling Certificate, a current Victorian Driver Licence, and a willingness to obtain a Light Rigid (LR) endorsed licence
What we offer
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
- Internal and external professional development opportunities
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
- Excellent terms and conditions of employment
Who we are
As an organisation, SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region.
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
- Police Record Check
- Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
- Current Immunisation status
South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.
Social Support Group Assistant – Macarthur employer: Aged & Community Services Australia
South West Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and the community. With a strong commitment to professional development, including ongoing clinical supervision and access to leadership programs, staff are empowered to grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact in mental health services across Warrnambool and surrounding areas. The organisation's dedication to equity and inclusion, alongside excellent salary packaging options, makes it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about mental health care.
Contact Details:
Aged & Community Services Australia Recruitment Team
