Community Care Employee (Cert III)

About the Organisation

Northern Coalfields Community Care Association Limited (NCCCA) is a not for profit residential aged and community care service provider to people in the Cessnock local government area. NCCCA is committed to delivering the best possible care and services that support choice, improving the quality of life and wellbeing of our consumers. We strive to deliver our services the way we would like them to be delivered to ourselves.

About the Role

We are currently looking for part time and casual Community Care Employees, who will work independently and be responsible for providing services to our elderly consumers in the community. These roles involve tasks and activities that support the consumer’s independence in daily activities and living skills such as personal care, domestic duties, transport, shopping, respite and access to the community. You will help our consumers live the life they choose.   

To be considered for this position, you must have the following:

• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Work availability for at least three days a week.
• Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully with consumers, families and co-workers.
• A genuine interest in helping the elderly.
• Ability to follow a set task list or care plan for each consumer.
• Capacity to perform home care tasks satisfactorily and within guidelines e.g. Manual Handling Work Instructions
• Knowledge of WHS procedures and safe work practices
• Understanding of boundaries required to maintain professional relationships with clients
• Current driver licence with registered, insured and reliable car.
• A reasonable level of physical fitness, health and resilience to fulfil the demands of the role.
• Evidence of having the 2023 Influenza and Covid-19 Vaccinations (3 doses)
• Police Check suitable for aged care.

An hourly rate of $30.6525 per hour will be provided, plus relevant allowances loadings and superannuation.

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