Community Support Worker

Across Australia Just Better Care provides in-home aged care and disability support services supporting people to live independently. We are currently looking for Support Workers to join our QLD team. You can enjoy a flexible and balanced work life and support people in your community to live their best life possible.

Currently recruiting for Brisbane North West locations including; Ashgrove and Chapel Hill

The role:

This role involves travelling between customers homes and assisting them with daily living and lifestyle requirements by providing person-centred care and support.

Duties and responsibilities may include:

• Personal care: showering dressing grooming and medication assistance
• Domestic assistance: light household cleaning laundry and meal preparation
• Social support/transportation: social activities shopping/groceries travelling to medical appointments
• Supporting customers in the use of aids and personal equipment including: standing or walking frames wheelchairs manual or electric hoists sliding sheets or moving boards hearing aids and other physical aids
• Supporting customers with complex and/or challenging needs
• Monitoring the well-being of customers and reporting on their progress
• Participating in staff meetings and attending training as required

What you will need:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (preferred)
• Proof of Vaccination (where relevant) i.e. COVID-19 vaccination certificate
• Current CPR / First Aid Certificate
• NDIS Workers Screening Check (Yellow Card) & Blue Card
• Current Australian Drivers Licence
• Reliable registered and insured vehicle (comprehensive insurance is preferred)
• Smartphone with internet access

What we offer:

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Varied work supporting a diverse range of customers
• Ability to work independently and close to home
• Training & development opportunities (including free access to our online learning tools & programs)
• Access to our free Employee Assistance Program
• Staff recognition programs
• Ongoing support and advice from experienced friendly local office staff

Next steps:

If you would like to join our growing team of Support Workers and become part of our friendly professional network please Apply today.