View Jobs Description
- $31.24/hour + super + salary packaging up to $15,900/annum
- We pay for travel between clients
- Excellent on-the-job training plus ongoing free learning and development to support you in your role
Join Baptist Care and support older people to live well in the comfort of their own home. If you have the passion to support people to live independently and improve their quality of life in the place they call home, this could be the perfect job for you!
We welcome applications from both new and experienced / qualified candidates. If you are new to aged care, don’t be daunted by the idea of something different - Baptist Care are committed to supporting you every step of the way as you go you will receive comprehensive orientation and training, partner with a “buddy” out in the field and have access to ongoing learning and support.
As a Care Worker servicing clients in Miranda and surrounding areas in South East Sydney, you will enable our clients to live their best possible life, supporting them to live independently at home and doing the things they love by helping them with everyday activities such as (but not limited to):
- Support and assistance with personal care such as showering and dressing
- Household cleaning and laundry
- Meal preparation
- Providing respite for carers
- Transport to and from appointments/shops
- Social support
- Assisting with complex care needs
You will need to be comfortable working on your own in the community, have excellent verbal communication skills and have an empathetic, patient and caring nature. This role does require you to have a valid driver licence and own a reliable motor vehicle with a minimum Third-Party Property Damage car insurance as you need to travel to our clients’ homes.
- You will be provided with a company mobile phone to access emails, rosters and client care plans
- It is a requirement you undergo background checks including police check
Baptist Care is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, Baptist Care has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers.
We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
To support your wellbeing and career growth, Baptist Care offers:
- Fully-funded traineeship program leading to a Certificate III in Individual Support in partnership with TAFE for interested/eligible staff
- Learning and development support committed to your skill development
- Direct access to a dedicated supervisor to support you
- Access to Employee Assistance Programs including our counselling support and wellness programs
Still want to know more about this amazing opportunity please click the link to hear from one of our fabulous Care Workers - click here to find out more.
Have more questions? For a confidential discussion, please email mytalent@baptistcare.org.au and one of our Talent Acquisition Partners will be in touch.
Baptist Care is recognised as an ‘Inclusive Employer’ by the Diversity Council of Australia for 2022-2023. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.