At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to clients in their homes.
- Company: Join Nurse Next Door, a certified Great Place to Work.
- Benefits: Flexible scheduling, ongoing training, and social events.
- Other info: Supportive culture with clinical leadership and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Cert III in Individual Support or extensive industry experience required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 $ per year.
Join the Nurse Next Door Team: Making Lives Better in Melbourne’s North. Nurse Next Door is a certified Great Place to Work, and we are looking for kind, compassionate, and passionate individuals to join our growing care team. We specialise in delivering premium, flexible in-home care to the aged care and disability sectors, focusing on our core philosophy of Happier Ageing.
We are currently seeking dedicated Caregivers and ENs to support our clients across the Northern Suburbs, including Greensborough, Bundoora, Pascoe Vale, Warrandyte, Diamond Creek, Epping, South Morang, Wallan, Donvale, and Craigieburn.
Why Work With Us?
- Supportive Culture: A values-led team that lives by: Admire People, WOW Customer Experience, Find a Better Way, and Passionate About Making a Difference.
- Clinical Leadership: All care plans are overseen by qualified Registered Nurses (Care Designers), providing 24/7 support and peace of mind.
- Growth & Connection: Comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and regular all-expenses-paid social events.
- Flexibility: Scheduling that suits your lifestyle, with regular ongoing visits to help you build trust with your clients.
The Role
You will provide a premium care experience ranging from companionship to high-intensity complex support. Responsibilities include:
- Personal Care: Showering, dressing, grooming, and continence support.
- Complex Support: Manual handling (hoists, Sara Stedy), PEG support, epilepsy/seizure management, and medication administration.
- Daily Living: Meal preparation, light housekeeping, and laundry.
- Community Engagement: Transport to appointments, shopping, and social outings to promote a fulfilling life.
- Documentation: Accurate record-keeping and reporting of client concerns to Care Designers.
Availability: We are specifically looking for morning shift although daytime and evening availability are encouraged to apply.
Who We Are Looking For
We need reliable, proactive professionals who are comfortable working in diverse home environments.
- Coachable & Reliable: A self-led leader who takes responsibility for their success.
- Strong Communicator: Fluent in English with excellent documentation habits.
- Mobile: A valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle (highly regarded).
- Complex Care Ready: Comfortable with manual handling, behavioural presentations, or smoking environments when required.
Highly Regarded Experience
- Progressive neurological conditions (e.g., MND).
- Bowel care and complex disability support.
- Dementia, mental health, or psychosocial disability experience.
Mandatory Requirements
- Minimum Cert III in Individual Support, Ageing, Disability, or Community Services (or extensive industry experience).
- NDIS Worker Screening Check & NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
- National Police Check (Aged Care/Vulnerable Persons).
- Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Current First Aid & CPR.
- Australian Working Rights.
Complex Care Support Workers NDIS & Aged Care in Perth employer: Nurse Next Door
Nurse Next Door is an exceptional employer that prioritises meaningful relationships and compassionate care, making it a standout choice for Registered/Enrolled Nurse Care Ambassadors. With flexible working arrangements, above award pay rates, and a strong commitment to ongoing training, employees are empowered to grow within a supportive, family-owned environment that values their contributions. Join a team dedicated to transforming home care through the Happier Ageing philosophy, where your passion for making lives better truly makes a difference.
