About us:

Lumia Care is a leading innovator in Australian Healthcare. Comprising of ten organisations with a 65-year heritage across various healthcare sectors. With a substantial staffing base and national presence, we're on a trajectory of significant growth. We champion an inclusive, value-driven workplace, respecting our diverse team and the communities we serve. If you have a passion for healthcare and making a difference, Lumia Care is where you belong.

About the role:

We are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate Community Support Workers to join our team in Mornington (Mornington Peninsula Shire), providing high-quality care for a client living with a complex disability, including Cofin Siris Syndrome, Autism, Sleep disturbance, Central Venous Access Devise, Total Parental Nutrition, Shot Bowel Syndrome and intellectual speech disability.

You will be working alongside a registered nurse during overnight shift only to ensure comprehensive care and support is delivered.

This is a 7 days per week care environment and we are looking for casuals to join our care team. Two shifts per day are available -

SHIFT 1 - 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

SHIFT 2 - 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM and

SHIFT 3 – 8:00 PM- 8:00 AM

We are looking for each staff member to do at least 2 x 6 hour shifts per week (18 hours of work) for AM & PM shifts and 1 candidate overnight, you get to choose your preferred shift time and day of week and we will try to accommodate your preferences where possible.

No previous experience is required, as full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

The recruitment process includes two interviews:

An initial interview with the recruiter

A second with the Family

What we can offer you:

Start your career as a Support Worker and grow and upskill to new and exciting opportunities within the business.

A casual opportunity with a potential to transition into Permanent Part Time Opportunity.

Competitive rates.

Organisational support by having dedicated mentors/team leaders.

Paid induction and professional development training.

Employee Referral Program.

Workplace recognition- we value and look after our team members!

Wide variety of shifts available.

Role responsibilities:

Deliver support care to client with a high complex of disability

Provide High care including domestic assistance, meal preparation, PEG Feeding, complex Bowel care, manual handling and companionship.

Work under the guidance of the registered nurse.

Support clients in our community needing assistance with social support, transport to appointments, shopping or community outings.

Provide personal care to clients with dignity and respect such as assisting with showering, grooming and dressing.

Interact respectfully with the client’s pets while supporting the client

What we are looking for:

A passionate, caring and empathetic personality is a MUST.

Fluent in English and very clear communicator

Certificate III or IV in Community, Aged Care, Disability or equivalent is highly desirable.

A registered and insured vehicle

A valid full or probationary Australian driver's license

Willingness to learn new skills on the job through training.

Experience in either aged care or community is highly desirable.

Experience with high care clients is highly desirable.

Current First Aid & CPR certificate (mandatory) or willing to obtain.

Current Police Check (mandatory) or willing to obtain.

NDIS Worker screening check or willing to obtain.

Working with Children Check or willing to obtain.