About Us

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited is a not-for-profit community service provider that offers community support, mental health and disability services, aged and palliative care, and retirement living across Queensland. We have a long and proud history of supporting people in need and live by our values of Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment and Respect.

We strive to be a welcoming, caring and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and supports employees of all backgrounds and faiths. People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story. Join us and be part of a story you'll love to tell.

About Hummingbird House

Hummingbird House is committed to providing exceptional end-of-life care with dignity and compassion. We focus on enhancing quality of life and supporting families through the journey of terminal illness. We are seeking casual Personal Carer's to join our team

Our Personal Care Workers are responsible for providing holistic care in the House, that is an extension of the care model provided at Hummingbird House and meets the individual needs of the family.

About the Role

The Personal Care Worker is responsible for providing holistic care and support to guests in care and their families. This position will support the Clinical team to achieve the best outcome for guests of Hummingbird House.

Key Role Accountabilities:

Deliver holistic care and support to guests and families in the both the child’s own home and within the hospice, following relevant care plans and under the supervision of the Clinical team.

Participate in activities with guests as required and outlined by relevant practitioners.

Deliver care which is family centred, evidence based and meets all statutory requirements.

Support guests with all aspects of daily living, including but not restricted to, personal care, associated light domestic duties and social/community participation.

Provide guests with a physically and emotionally secure environment and promote their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual wellbeing.

Facilitate access to appropriate family supports in consultation with the Family Wellbeing Coordinator.

Act promptly should any changes to a guest’s condition be observed, seeking advice from the relevant clinical staff as appropriate.

Undertake delegated care tasks for guests and families as directed by the Clinical team.

Contribute to the management of case load in consultation with the Clinical team.

About You

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or other relevant qualification or experience in supporting people with illness/disability is essential.

Demonstrated passion and commitment to connecting the community to the mission and vision of Hopewell facility.

The ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and professionalism ensuring that the dignity and rights of guests and families are always respected.

Proven high level teamwork and collaboration skills to achieve objectives and promote positive working relationships.

Enthusiasm and highly effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Understanding and commitment to the principles of continuous quality improvement.

Understanding and commitment to the principles of equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination and workplace health and safety.

Relevant key personnel and probity checks required by legislation and WMQ policy.

What makes a difference for us:

Proof of Vaccination Status as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Limited Policy throughout employment and prior to commencement.

Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy (NDIS Worker Screening Clearance held before commencing & NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You completed before starting)

Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to drive in the course of work.

Why Join Us

We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story. We offer our team members:

Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace.

Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay

Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel

WMQ Limited's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Limited Policy.