At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to clients in their homes, enhancing their independence.
- Company: Join BlueCare, a trusted community care provider making a real difference.
- Benefits: Earn $36.32/hr plus super, salary packaging, travel reimbursements, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with career growth opportunities and a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Make meaningful connections while improving the quality of life for others.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent and a valid driver's licence required.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 $ per hour.
Employment Status: Permanent Part Time (30 hrs p/w)
Location: Coolum Beach & Surrounding Areas
Remuneration: $36.32 p/hr + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging + Allowances & Travel Reimbursement + Employee discounts
Make a meaningful difference with BlueCare. We're looking for someone who wants to build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others through small moments that leave big impacts.
About the role:
- As a Personal Carer you'll provide care to your clients living in the community, supporting their independence and improving their quality of life.
- Spending your time on the road completing scheduled visits, interacting one-on-one with clients within their homes supporting with daily activities.
- In home personal care, daily living assistance including showering, personal hygiene, meal preparation, house cleaning, laundry and ironing.
- Providing care in accordance with their individualised Care Plan.
- Supporting with community based recreational and social activities.
- Transportation and assistance with shopping and appointments.
Role requirements:
- Certificate III Aged Care, Individual Support or an equivalent qualification - Essential
- Current Australian Driver's Licence (Green Provisional minimum) - Essential
- Roadworthy & insured (Third Party Property minimum) vehicle to use for work - Essential
- Experience with technology incl. smartphones, tablets, laptops etc.
- Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies.
Employee Benefits:
- Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum.
- A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers.
- 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service.
- Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options.
- Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia.
BlueCare is proudly part of the UnitingCare Family. Joining the state's largest network of aged care workers with its over 8,000 strong team, you'll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family.
Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.
Child safe, Child friendly:
- Provide welcoming, safe & nurturing services for children.
- Implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services.
- Abide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Our approach is simple - everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our mission and values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
We are committed to creating services and workplaces that are welcoming and safe for every person. Our recruitment and workplace practices reflect our commitment to safeguarding.
Personal Carer employer: Family and Disability Services
UnitingCare Queensland is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. Located in Maroochydore, our team enjoys flexible work arrangements, generous NFP salary packaging, and a commitment to diversity, ensuring every voice is valued. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while benefiting from career development opportunities and a positive, collaborative environment.
Contact Details:
Family and Disability Services Recruitment Team
