Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra – Fyshwick ACT
Work availability - Monday to Friday 8:00am to 2:00pm
Make a difference in the lives of older people while working in a diverse and supportive organisation.
Are you passionate about supporting older people to live independently and with dignity?
Would you like to work for an organisation that values cultural diversity, inclusion and respect?
MCCI is seeking compassionate and reliable Home Care Support Workers to provide quality in-home care and support to older people in our community.
What We Offer
- A highly supportive and inclusive team
- Ongoing training and professional development
- The opportunity to meet and support people from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Phone and travel allowances
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their family members
About the Role
As a Home Care Support Worker, you will provide practical, personal and social support to older people in their homes and the community.
Duties may include:
- Domestic assistance: vacuuming, dusting, mopping, cleaning bathrooms, laundry and changing bed linen
- Personal care: assisting with bathing, dressing and undressing
- Social support: shopping, meal preparation and social outings
- Transport: assisting clients to attend medical appointments and outings
- Supporting clients with mobility and maintaining their independence
This is a hands-on, physically demanding role. You must be able to safely perform personal care and household duties, follow manual handling practices, walk upstairs and lift items weighing up to 5 kg. The role may also require you to lift a wheelchair in and out of a vehicle.
You must be willing and able to travel between client locations. A pre-employment fitness medical clearance may be required to confirm your suitability for the role.
About You
You are compassionate, reliable and committed to supporting older people.
You will have:
- Experience working in home care or a similar support role
- An understanding of culturally and linguistically diverse communities
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- The physical capacity to safely perform the duties of the role
- Flexibility and willingness to travel between client locations
- Fluency in a second language is highly regarded but not essential.
- Certificate III in Individual Support, Community Services or a related qualification
- Experience providing in-home care
- Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one
- Own comprehensively insured motor vehicle
- Access to and ability to use a smartphone
- Flexibility and availability to work
About MCCI
MCCI is a non-profit charity supporting multicultural communities across the Illawarra-Shoalhaven and ACT-Queanbeyan regions.
With a diverse team of 300 staff and volunteers who speak 60 languages, we deliver a wide range of services for older people and their carers, people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, young people, and families.
MCCI is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where all people are valued and have equal access to opportunities to reach their full potential. We are also committed to creating a child safe organisation where children and young people are safe, supported, respected and empowered.
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Home Care Support Worker in Canberra employer: Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra
At Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. Our commitment to professional development ensures that as a Care Partner, you will have ample opportunities for growth while enjoying flexible work arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. Join our passionate team in Fyshwick, where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of older people and contribute to a community recognised for its outstanding service.
Contact Details:
Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra Recruitment Team
