At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide care and support to clients, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Company: Join BlueCare, part of the UnitingCare family, dedicated to compassionate care.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, salary packaging, employee discounts, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong community values and growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in people's lives while building lasting relationships.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent, tech-savvy, and willing to undergo probity checks.
The predicted salary is between 36.32 - 36.32 $ per hour.
We are not currently recruiting for this position and welcome expressions of interest from candidates who would like to be considered for future opportunities. Your details will be kept on file and you may be contacted if a suitable role becomes available. Please outline your availability when applying. Future opportunities may require availability across:
- AM Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
- PM Shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm
- Night Duty: 10:00pm - 6:30am
Remuneration: $36.32 per hour (+25% for casual rate $45.40) + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Increases your take home pay) + Penalties & Allowances + Employee discounts
About the role: As a Personal Carer you’ll provide care to your clients living in our residential home, supporting their independence and improving their quality of life through activities that include:
- Daily living assistance including showering, personal hygiene, help at mealtimes and general mobility
- Providing care in accordance with their individualised Care Plan
- Supporting with community based recreational and social activities
Role requirements:
- Certificate III Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability Support, or an equivalent qualification
- Experience with technology incl. smartphones, tablets, laptops etc
- Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies
- NDIS Workers Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain
Employee Benefits:
- Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum
- A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
- 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
- Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
- Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference
UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will:
- Provide welcoming, safe & nurturing services for children
- Implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services
- Appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur
- Abide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme
Diversity & Inclusion: Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.
Safe workplace: We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.
Commitment to Safeguarding: We are committed to creating services and workplaces that are welcoming and safe for every person. We work together to protect children, young people, adults and the elderly from harm within our services and the communities we support. We speak up for their safety to ensure their voices are heard. Our recruitment and workplace practices reflect our dedication in preventing abuse, harm and exploitation across UnitingCare.
Personal Carer in Springwood employer: UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd.
UnitingCare is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative finance initiatives within one of Queensland's largest not-for-profit organisations. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, you will thrive in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and meaningful contributions to the community. Join a dedicated team where your efforts will directly impact the lives of many, all while enjoying comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.
Contact Details:
UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd. Recruitment Team
