Community Care Worker - TAFE Students Preferred null

• Work 1:1 with clients in the community. No Facility work!
• Fantastic hourly rates and attractive ongoing benefits
• Suitable for Carers with more than 15 hours availability per week

Prestige Inhome Care is a private provider of premium home-based care services, and our aim is to make lives better by helping people remain in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. The service we offer is just as meaningful to our clients as it is to their families. All our carers understand that knowing how a client enjoys their cup of tea, is just as important as their personal care.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Due to increasing demand for our in-home care services, we are seeking experienced Personal Care Attendants to provide clients with 1:1 support in their own homes. We have of a variety of shifts which include working across the Monday to Sunday week - AM shifts starting from 7 am, right through to the afternoon, evening and overnight care. The minimum shift with one client is 1 hour right through to 24/7 care. New exciting opportunities with shifts across North Sydney, Northern Beaches and Eastern Sydney suburbs.

Daily tasks will include:

• Personal care: showering/bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, hygiene & medication prompt.
• Domestic assistance: meal preparation, shopping assistance, cleaning, laundry & paying bills.
• Companionship: escorting for special events, lunches & morning/afternoon tea.
• Transport shifts: transporting clients to appointments etc and running local errands.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

As an empathetic individual who takes pride in delivering high quality care, you must be an engaging communicator who enjoys building relationships with both clients and families. After having met you, people remember the way you made them feel because of a natural warmth you demonstrate, and the fact that you are a good listener. With strong organisational skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure, you will be excellent at multi-tasking and prioritising to ensure things get done.

You must have either or a combination of:

1) Previous work experience in aged care, disability, home and community care or nursing.
2) Minimum Cert III in Aged Care/Disability/Individual Support OR completed 120 hours of placement.
3) At least 6 months lived experience in looking after loves ones living with disabilities.

You will also have the following:

• Minimum availability of 15 hours per week. This is a must!
• Valid driver's licence and a reliable roadworthy vehicle (+ comprehensive car insurance if willing to do transport shifts)
• Willingness to travel in and around your home for shifts ranging from 1hr through to 24/7 care
• Strong understanding of Community Care/Home Based Services
• Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate and CPR qualification
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or the willingness to obtain prior to commencement
• Proven track record in being reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Excellent decision-making skills to provide high-quality 1:1 support in home settings

You're nodding and you recognise yourself in these descriptions. WE WANT TO MEET YOU!

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Training and development opportunities to upskill in the industry
• Support of an experienced service coordination team available 24/7
• Exciting Reward and Recognition programs
• Regular social events and functions to recognise your hard work
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Know that through your work you are making a difference in people's lives
• Work with a growing business with a great reputation in the community and the industry

To find out more about this position, please email kellys@prestigeinhomecare.com.au or visit Prestige Inhome Care at www.prestigeinhomecare.com.au/

Please note: Applicants require a current driver's license, a reliable roadworthy vehicle and fully comprehensive car insurance (vehicle allowance included in the package). Our recruitment process requires to you hold a clear National Crime Check or be willing to apply for an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, through their relevant state government agency. Police check and NDIS Worker Screening outcomes are considered in accordance with applicable legislation standards. Furthermore, all applicants must have the right to work in Australia.