At a Glance
- Tasks: Support aged clients with rehabilitation and daily tasks in their homes.
- Company: War Memorial Hospital, part of Uniting and SESLHD, focused on aged care.
- Benefits: Flexible casual hours, potential for long-term contracts, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to quality care and sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older adults while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent, plus experience in aged care.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
War Memorial Hospital (WMH) is a 3rd Schedule Aged Rehabilitation hospital, situated in Waverley, owned and operated by Uniting and part of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD). Services are comprised of 24-hour inpatient care, Monday to Friday outpatient departments, iREAP Day Rehabilitation program, several specialist community teams inclusive of Transitional Aged Care, Geriatric Flying Squad, Young Onset Dementia, and day centre program, 24-hour accommodation service for regional guests and the full range of hospital support services. It is set within beautiful tranquil grounds and is a well-supported team environment.
The Transitional Aged Care Program based at War Memorial Hospital provides time limited, multidisciplinary support and low level rehabilitation and reablement therapy to community clients. The AIN / AHA will work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team (Occupational Therapist, Social Workers, Physiotherapist, Dietitians and Nursing staff) to provide therapeutic intervention and support to aged clients delivered in their homes following a period of hospital care. The AIN / AHA assists clients in tasks such as maximising independence in personal care and domestic tasks, community/public transport access and completing exercise programs. The provision of care will be supervised by the multi-disciplinary members of the TACP team.
We're looking for an enthusiastic and flexible AIN / AHA who is passionate about working with aged clients in the community. This position would suit an individual who values helping the older adult to maximise their quality of life. The specific workdays are Monday to Friday. Start / Finish time generally 8-1630 or flexible depending on needs. This is a CASUAL position with possibility of longer term contracts as available.
The applicable award is dependent on qualification (Allied Health or Nursing). An eligibility list for future positions will be made from non-successful applicants in this current position, as well as possibilities to work in other areas across the campus such as Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy or on the Wards in inpatient rehabilitation.
Selection Criteria
- Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or Certificate III in Aged Care or Rehabilitation Nursing or equivalent or willingness to work towards one.
- Minimum 2 years demonstrated experience working within an aged care, rehabilitation or exercise setting or working towards a health related degree / Certificate 4 AHA.
- Demonstrated experience in providing physical care to people in the community setting.
- Proven interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and work with minimum supervision, to organise work priorities and manage time effectively.
- Demonstrated computer literacy including ability to use the MS Office suite of programs and eMR.
- Current NSW Driver's license, own reliable and fully insured car suitable for occasional patient transport and able to work Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm.
- Commitment to working within the Uniting Inspired Care values.
Applicant must have a Class C NSW drivers licence and have access and use of own reliable and fully insured car that is suitable for necessary patient transport. This is reimbursed through the payments and conditions for private vehicle use under the relevant pay award.
All Category A NSW Health workers are required to have received an annual seasonal Influenza vaccination or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. COVID-19 vaccinations are strongly recommended for all NSW Health workers.
WMH is proudly committed to the provision of environmentally sustainable health services. WMH operates under Uniting's values and Code of Conduct which employees are committed to uphold. It is important that the people who work at Uniting have a sense of commitment to our purpose. We are an equal opportunity employer and we select staff based on merit and experience. As an organisation we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from a diverse cultural background are encouraged to apply.
War Memorial Hospital TRANSITIONAL AGED CARE - Casual Allied Health Assistant in Gold Coast employer: Uniting
Uniting is an exceptional employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering a hybrid work model that allows you to thrive both at home and in our vibrant Melbourne office. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development within a supportive and inclusive culture, making it a rewarding place to contribute to meaningful social change in the AOD, Wellbeing & Homelessness Services sector.
