Mansfield I& Surrounds PCW
Job Summary
Do you enjoy helping people and making a genuine difference in their day-to-day lives
Are you looking for meaningful work where you can build trusted relationships with older people and support them to remain living independently in their own homes
If youre caring reliable and enjoy connecting with people wed love to hear from you.
Were looking for Personal Care Workers to join our BaptistCare in Home team in Mansfield and surrounding communities with the flexibility to work hours that suit your lifestyle.
Why join us
- $36.22 per hour superannuation plus paid travel time and mileage between clients
- Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18500 which may increase your take-home pay
- Flexible hours to help you balance work with family other commitments or your lifestyle
- A supportive team who understands the importance of working in regional and rural communities
- Comprehensive training and orientation including buddy shifts
- Opportunities for ongoing learning development and career pathways
- Employee wellbeing rewards and recognition programs retail discounts and more
- The opportunity to do work that is genuinely valued by the people and families you support
About the role
As a Personal Care Support Worker with BaptistCare youll support older people in their own homes across Mansfield and the surrounding areas.
Every day is different. You might help with household tasks showering and dressing meal preparation continence support medication assistance or transport to appointments and local activities.
Just as importantly youll provide companionship conversation and a friendly face.
In a rural community those connections matter. Youll get to know your clients understand what is important to them and support them to continue living safely and independently in the place they call home.
Well support you every step of the way
Starting a new role can be daunting especially when youre working independently in clients homes. Thats why we make sure youre well supported.
Youll receive:
- A comprehensive orientation program including buddy shifts
- Direct access to a dedicated supervisor when you need advice or support
- Ongoing training through our dedicated Learning & Development team
- Opportunities to develop your skills and explore career pathways within BaptistCare
- A friendly and supportive team that values the work you do
What youll bring
Most importantly youll be someone who genuinely cares about people.
Youll bring:
- Current unrestricted Australian Driver Licence with minimum Third-Party Property Damage Insurance to transport clients
- Completed Certificate III in aged care or Individual support or above.
- Current valid Level II First Aid Certificate
- You will be a proficient user of smartphone technology apps and email
- A warm respectful and caring approach
- Patience resilience and the ability to work independently
- Good communication skills and a willingness to build genuine relationships with client
About BaptistCare
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care home care retirement living community services disability support and housing.
We know that lifes challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us it can feel more connected supported and hopeful again.
Thats what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today more than 70000 customers 12000 employees and close to 2000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
BaptistCare Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety empowerment and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful protective environment that supports infants children and young people to feel safe and respected.
How to Apply:
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Questions about the role Contact myself Mona Salem at .
Please note: applications must be submitted through our online system. We are unable to accept applications via email. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies refrain from making contact or submitting candidates for this position. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.