At a Glance
- Tasks: Support older Australians with personal care and daily living activities.
- Company: Join Juniper, a leading aged care provider in Western Australia.
- Benefits: $35.45 - $36.81 per hour, superannuation, health discounts, and salary packaging.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for growth and support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Must have a current driver's license and experience in aged or community care.
The predicted salary is between 36.81 - 36.81 $ per hour.
About Juniper: At Juniper, Best Care and Services is at the heart of everything we do. It's about putting people first, recognising individuality, supporting safety and wellbeing, building meaningful connections and delivering care that makes a difference for our customers. As one of Western Australia's largest local aged care providers, we provide care, accommodation and support services to older Western Australians across the state. Whatever your role, you'll contribute to bringing Best Care and Services to life, helping ensure our customers receive care and support that truly matters.
About the Role: Juniper is seeking compassionate and reliable Community Support Workers to join our Home and Community Care team in the Great Southern Area. In this role, you will support older Western Australians to remain living independently in their own homes, assisting with personal care, daily living activities, and social support. You will play an important role in helping customers maintain their independence, wellbeing, and connection to their community. Working in the community provides a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships with customers while making a positive impact within your local region.
Positions Available: We currently have 1x permanent part-time opportunity available, with shifts across weekdays and weekends between 7:00am and 7:00pm, depending on service requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care including showering, dressing and continence support
- Assist customers with activities of daily living
- Support customers with medication administration (training provided)
- Assist with domestic tasks, including meal preparation and household support
- Provide social support, including transport to appointments or community activities
- Follow and document care in accordance with individual care plans
Key Requirements:
- Current Australian Driver's License and reliable vehicle (essential)
- Previous experience providing personal care in aged care or community care
- Ability to work independently in the community while maintaining communication with the team
- A genuine commitment to supporting older people to live independently
- Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care
- Dementia care experience
- Current First Aid Certificate
What's on Offer:
- $35.45 - $36.81 per hour + 12% superannuation
- 20% casual loading for casual roles
- Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free
- Health insurance discounts with HBF and Medibank
- Access to Juniperks - staff recognition and retail discounts
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling support
Community Support Worker employer: Juniper
Juniper is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to providing personalised care in a supportive and culturally rich environment. As a Registered Nurse at Juniper Gerdewoonem, you will benefit from a strong work culture that values teamwork and professional growth, alongside competitive remuneration and generous perks such as subsidised accommodation and wellness initiatives. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of older Western Australians while enjoying a fulfilling career in a beautiful setting.
