At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide care and companionship to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Company: Join Uniting, a leading human services organisation in Newcastle.
- Benefits: Earn up to $33.27 p/h plus super, with NFP salary packaging options.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Certificate III/IV in Aged Care preferred; passion for care is key.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 $ per year.
Overview
Join to apply for the Care Worker - Koombahla role at Uniting.
Based in the heart of Newcastle's western suburbs, Uniting Koombahla, Elermore Vale is a nurturing and supportive residential aged care home.
Four separate households, each support between 22 and 32 residents and a dedicated Uniting Homemaker ensures the community is thriving and doing things that are meaningful and enjoyable.
- Elermore Vale Location
- Up to $33.27 p/h + super, penalties & NFP tax benefits
- Great opportunities for qualified carers
- What you'll be doing in this role
- You'll provide care, companionship and emotional support to residents living in our aged care home, to help support their independence and improve their quality of life
- Providing daily living assistance such as showering, personal hygiene, dressing, help at mealtimes and with general mobility
- Assisting with medication and simple wound dressings
- Supporting residents in community-based recreational and social activities
What We Offer You
- A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
- Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
- Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
- Access to Fitness Passport - Live your best life.
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
- A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
- Purchase of additional leave
- Who we're looking for
- Ideally, you'll have a Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification. If you're not qualified and would like to be, we can help you get there.
- You'll have previous experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin your career in aged care if you're studying or have recently become qualified.
- You'll be adaptable, empathetic, and resourceful, and you will be able to live Uniting's everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
- About Uniting
Uniting NSW.
ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care.
We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity At Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value – it's how we work.
Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.
How to apply
If this opportunity interests you, we'd love to hear from you.
Just click on the 'Apply' button in this ad, fill out your details and submit.
We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.
What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check and Reference Checks.
- Seniority level
- Not Applicable
- Employment type
- Part-time
- Job function
- Other
- Industries
- Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
- Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Uniting by 2x
Care Worker - Koombahla in Newcastle 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.
