CCA is a busy, non-profit community organization, providing services to frail aged/disability clients for over 50 years. We are currently looking for a passionate and experienced Aged and Disability Support Worker to support our clients on day-to-day basis primarily in Ryde/ Eastwood/ Hunters Hill area.

About the role:

Your new role, as Aged and Disability Services Support Worker, will be offered as Casual basis. You will provide support to elderly people and people with disability to continue living in their own homes while maintaining their independence and connection to the community Or in our own supported independent living home.

What does your new role look like?

Providing support and tailored care services in a professional and respectful manner according to client’s care plan on day to day basis, such as;

Transporting and accompanying clients to appointments, leisure, and shopping trips.

Supporting clients in social support groups and individual services.

Meal preparation and serving.

Domestic Assistance, such as light housekeeping, changing linen, laundry, and ironing.

Supporting clients that are living or having respite in our SIL home.

Building and maintaining strong and effective relationships with clients and their carers.

Adherence to health and safety guidelines and policies to keep yourself and our customers safe.

About You:

Minimum 12 months experience working in Aged Care or industry relevant qualification, e.g. Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, Home and Community Care.

Current First Aid Certificate

Current Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance – driving is part of the role

Flexible availability to work during weekdays and weekends or sleepover shifts

Able to obtain an NDIS worker check & Police Check

Able and confident to assist clients with exercises, manual handling, and transferring

Experienced in working with participants with behavioural challenges, non-verbal clients, familiar and confident in de-escalation of challenging behaviour

Comfortable with personal care- bathing, changing pads, toileting assistance

Open to long shifts – 7-10 hours and sleepover shifts

Benefits:

Career and professional development in a supportive environment – a career and not just a job

Competitive remuneration package including an attractive salary, access to tax-effective salary packaging arrangements and kilometre allowance

Forward rostering to help plan your time

How to apply for this job:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications should include a current CV and Cover Letter addressing the key selection criteria and be addressed to Human Resources Manager using the subject line: Aged and Disability Services Support Worker.

Note:

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.

A mandatory police check will be conducted for the successful applicant.