At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide tailored care and support for residents with dementia in a home-like environment.
- Company: HammondCare, a leader in aged care with a focus on compassion and community.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, salary packaging, training opportunities, and wellness resources.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace promoting diversity and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of elderly people while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Passion for aged care, flexibility, and experience with dementia preferred.
The predicted salary is between 15900 - 15900 $ per year.
HammondCare Caulfield is currently looking for Casual Specialised Carers – Dementia Care to join our team. Applicants must be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts, including night shifts.
Essence of the role:
With our unique model of care which places the residents’ needs as your number one priority, you will help create a home away from home for our residents. This role requires you to provide tailored care including personal support within the residential home.
- Personal care – showering, grooming, toileting etc
- Provide life engagement
- Support residents with levels of dementia
- Recognise, report and respond appropriately to changes in the conditions of residents within your skills and competencies
All new staff will complete an onsite orientation with a Workplace Trainer, have buddy shifts and be supported by experienced Registered Nurses and Managers on site.
Benefits - What are we offering in return for your expertise and experience:
- Work Life balance with no rotating rosters
- Salary packaging; $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits.
- Additional training & career development opportunities
- Reward and Recognition Program
- Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
- Free independent, confidential counselling services, and wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Have a genuine passion for serving elderly people & want to make a difference in their lives
- Be flexible and able to commit to a range of shifts including nights & weekends
- Value teamwork but also be able to work independently and show initiative
- Have knowledge & experience of people living with Dementia & their needs
- Applicants with Cert lll or Cert lV in Aged Care would be viewed favourably
Does this sound like you? Apply Now!
For more information please contact HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, pre-employment medical assessment, and complete a NDIS Worker’s Screening check.
Specialised Carer - Dementia Care in Melbourne employer: HammondCare
HammondCare is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Sydney. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects in AI and digital solutions while enjoying flexible hybrid work arrangements. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
