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Support Worker - Personal Carer

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Our company values a diverse and inclusive workplace. People of all backgrounds, including male applicants, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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We are looking for a Personal Care Support Worker to join our team at Glasshouse Country Care providing direct support to older people and younger persons with a disability in their own home or stipulated in their support plan and may provide respite to the primary caregiver.

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The Personal Care Support Worker may provide care within the centre-based day care for aged and or disability programs.

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Your duties will include:

  • Follow support plan at all times and provide the support and care described in the support plan such as personal care, shopping, respite, social support or housekeeping/domestic support.

  • Advise the Home Support Coordinator if support other than that described in the support plan appears necessary.

  • Promote and foster the independence of the participant.

  • Provide active companionship with participants in their own home and or day program.

  • Report to the Home Support Coordinator if any changes are observed in the participant, the home’s safety or other relevant aspects of the home or day centre environment.

  • Promote safety by following organizational WHS requirements and guidelines

  • Communicate respectfully with all individuals including participants, representatives, staff and the community.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement by involvement in support worker meetings, planning days, and feedback mechanisms.

  • Participating in education and training opportunities.

  • Other duties as requested by the General Manager.

 

Requirements:

  • Certificate III in Aged Care or Disability Care.

  • Current NDIS Worker Screening (or willingness to obtain).

  • Open Driver Licence and reliable vehicle that is registered and comprehensively insured to use for work in Queensland.

  • Reliable mobile smart phone.

  • Experience working with older people or people with a disability.

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We offer:

  • Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle

  • Salary Sacrificing benefits

  • Ongoing training and support.

 

If you would be interested in this position, please forward a cover letter and resume to tracy.m@ghcare.org.au

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