About The Wish Group - Wish Home Care

New Home Care Agency. But not new to the industry. With over 35 years’ experience in healthcare and recruitment we are ideally placed to find you the right work with the right people. We have previously operated the largest Mental Health Nursing Agency with offices on Sydney and Melbourne.

The Wish Group is owned by a registered mental health nurse, with a team of health professionals ready to support you in having the best work experience we are the business you want to work with

We pride ourselves on taking care of our staff, so you can take care of your clients. We believe that our staff are our best advertisement

About the role

We are currently seeking support workers to work in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. We have clients that need an immediate start. You will have the ability to work several buddy shifts to ensure you are well orientated and you and the client can see if its a good fit for you both. Working as part of a team across 7 days a week we need someone who is flexible and sensible with good problem solving skills

You will be supported by a dedicated experienced team, to assist clients to live their best lives in their own homes. We match clients with carers who have compatible interests to support our clients with:

Personal care such as showering, dressing, and helping with personal hygiene.

Shopping.

Preparing and cooking meals.

Household cleaning.

Attending appointments or activities within the community.

Social support and companionship.

Assisting people to improve their social and daily living skills

Mental Health Support

The Shifts

Casual positions available. These are across the full week and may include AM, PM or mid shifts

Casual Pay Rates starting at $43.23 per hour Monday to Friday. Penalty rates available for PM and Night shifts as well as weekends and public holidays

You choose when and where to work

Shifts length varies from 4 hours to 6+ hours in length.

We are looking for people who have:

At least 12 months qualified experience in Home Care / NDIS

Experience working with people with mental health concerns

A passion for caring for people and delivering a high standard of care.

Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.

Exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills.

Access to a smartphone.

Flexibility

A current driver’s license and access to a registered, insured and well-presented car.

The right to work in Australia & can obtain a satisfactory Police Check.

NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)

NDIS safeguard training

Working with Children Check

Current First Aid and CPR

Candidates from all backgrounds and genders are encouraged to apply.

Working with us:

As an employee of Wish Home Care, not only will you be part of an organisation that understands how important staff are. We want to support you to do outstanding work in an environment that enhances your skills and nurtures your future growth

Competitive pay rates.

Free Mental Health First Aid Accreditation.

A supportive, knowledgeable and friendly team.

A work environment which encourages wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.

Opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Supervision by registered health professional

24/7 access to a manager when you are on shift

If this sounds like the role for you, please send your resume and cover letter via SEEK only. We are not able to respond to applications coming direct to our website or via the phone due to the volume of applications.

Any information provided to Wish Home Care with respect to your application will be accessible only to those involved in the recruitment process. It will be used only for the purposes of recruitment and will be held securely.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.