Why SCC?

We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we’re able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this. When you join us, you will be offered a, competitive rate of pay with shift allowances, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.

In this rewarding role you will work in a team environment where every day will be different. With your can-do attitude, you will be responsible for the direct care of our residents ensuring they are able to "Live Life to the Full" in our home-like environment. We are looking for a care service employee to fulfill a short term fixed term maternity leave cover of 67.6 hrs per fornight. The indidvidual will be located in our homely facility at North Turramurra, NSW 2074.

The role

This role is a Part time fixed term Maternity Leave contract - for an immediate start until 23/11/25 - 67.5 hrs at the North Turramurra Facility - 402 Bobbin Head, Road North Turramurra, NSW 2074.

The shift hrs will be on week 1 and week 2 roster the following below:

Week 1

Monday Tuesday Friday Saturday Sunday 0700-1500

Week 2

Monday Tuesday Friday Saturday 0700-1500

Please note: Only candidates with full Australian working rights will be considered.

As a Care Service Employee, you will:

Provide emotional and social support whilst assisting residents with a range of daily life activities

Support residents with self-care including grooming, bathing and dressing

Reporting any changes of resident to the Registered Nurse on the shift duty

Assist with mobility including using mechanical lifting aids and ensuring the residents comfort

Assist in mealtimes and social activities.

Southern Cross Benefits!

Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650

Heart HQ - our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts, and features designed to help you celebrate, connect and succeed

Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT

Discounted private health insurance

Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program

Annual leave loading

Ongoing Training and Development

Linkedin Training - SCC's Senior Leaders and Support Office teams can access a digital library of over 6000 courses

Genuine Career Progression Pathways – Buddy Program, New Grad Elevate Program, Study Support

Referral Bonus Program

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Requirements

Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support/ 2nd year Nursing students who have completed 1 placement.

Experience in similar role in aged care

A genuine enthusiasm, care and compassion in your commitment to working with elderly people

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Respect for all people, regardless of background, age, gender, religion and ethnicity

Able to do night shifts

Must have a full working rights

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do! We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Tores Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.