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Do you want to lead a rewarding career with one of Australia’s most trusted brands?  

Look no further as The Salvation Army Aged Care is offering employment opportunities while you complete your certificate 3 in individual support.  In this program you will be given the opportunity to ‘Earn while you Learn’, this will provide you with on-the-job development while completing your mandatory study requirements.  

• Join one of the most loved charities in Australia  
• Well-established industry leading aged care provider with 21 sites nationally 
• Above Award Wages with generous Not For Profit tax benefits – Earn a full Care Service Employee wage while you study! 
• Represent a world-class organization that will invest in you and your career development  
• Supportive and Inclusive team environment, Great Staff Culture 

Embark on a journey - Caring for others is truly a calling. Utilise your warm & caring approach to make a meaningful difference to the lives of older people.

ABOUT THE ROLE  

You will play key role in delivering our award winning model of care and make a real difference to residents' quality of life.  

In the role of Care Service Employee at The Salvation Army, you will build strong, positive relationships with our residents and be responsible for the delivery of personal care and assistance to meet individual needs of our consumers. The role is to deliver homely and loving environments by providing care with compassion, respect, integrity and dignity.  

You will be able to work under limited supervision and in accordance with the resident's care plan to:  

• Ensure the privacy and dignity of residents is maintained at all times and that all personal interactions reflect respect and compassion  
• Assist in managing medication utilising medication compliance aids  
• Recognise and respond to change in the condition of residents’ health & well-being  
• Complete simple wound dressings  
• Implement continence programs  
• Attend to routine checks, i.e. blood pressure, temperature, pulse, blood sugar 
• Assist in managing residents with diabetes  
• Maintain accurate documentation throughout each shift  
• Assist in the development of resident care plans 

ABOUT YOU  

We currently have positions available for individuals, who are committed to providing excellence in care and the best possible quality of life to our residents.  

• An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote and support the values and ethos of The Salvation Army.  
• Computer literacy and experience with documentation  
• Excellent communication skills  
• A commitment to continuous improvement  
• Ability to work in a team environment  
• National NDIS worker screening check 

BENEFITS 

Care Service Employees at the Salvation Army Aged Care enjoy:  

• Above Award wages + super + allowances & shift penalties 
• Access to generous Not For Profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year 
• Access to relocation benefits through salary packaging options 
• Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging 
• Up to five weeks annual leave - when working flexible AMs and/or PMs, and/or nights and/or weekends 
• No rotating rosters with Salvos, we will support you to achieve work-life balance 
• Paid parental leave 
• Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport 
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits 
• Novated car leasing 
• Learning and development to support you in your role 
• Scholarships via Eva Burrows College 
• Supported study options 
• Employee assistance program 
• Career progression opportunities 
• Transfer opportunities – we are in every major city in Australia 
• Making an impact – socially and environmentally – with one of the most loved charities in Australia 

Please note: evidence of two doses of COVID-19 vaccination are a requirement of employment at The Salvation Army Aged Care