ABOUT EMMAUS VILLAGE

Emmaus Village is a unique residential community for those living with dementia. This innovatively designed small-household model, originally developed in Europe, provides villagers with familiar surroundings. Our purpose is to enable residents to live their best life with freedom, independence and dignity.

Our 94 residents will live in 12 fully functioning, domestic style houses with 7 to 8 residents per house. We provide a home-like environment that enables our residents to participate in normal household duties including shopping, cooking and housekeeping. Emmaus Village provides our Villagers with a sense of belonging in their community; where they have the independence to maintain the normalcy of daily life, and the opportunity to explore the village freely.

The hub of the village is our community centre with a café, shop, beauty salon, wellness centre and cinema. The landscaped gardens include BBQs, a vegetable garden and activity shed.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Home Companion you will build and develop meaningful relationships, truly getting to know each villager in your household and creating an environment that encourages villagers to maintain their personal identity, whilst feeling empowered and independent in their daily lives.

The rhythm of the day is defined by the residents, a move away from the more traditional model of care, so no two days are the same. At Emmaus Village the residents choose how they live, how they spend their time, and when they undertake activities such as meals or showering, supported by Home Companions as needed.

All meals are cooked fresh within each house, by the residents and the Home Companion. Our Home Companions are self-managing and empowered, encouraging villagers to undertake activities of daily living and assisting and supporting them with normal daily tasks as required; preparation and cooking of all meals within the house, household cleaning and laundry, personal care and engaging in lifestyle activities.

As a Home Companion, you will collaborate with the Health and Wellness Team and the Dementia Support Consultant to provide high quality care and ensure our villagers live their best life.

Casual, Part-time & Full-time holiday relief opportunities are available with a variety of shifts.

5hr & 7.6hr shifts available - 07:00 - 15:06, 8:00 - 13:00, 15:00 - 23:06, 15:30 - 20:30 and 23:00 - 07:06.

WHO WE ARE

St Agnes’ Catholic Parish is a dynamic not-for-profit organisation located in idyllic Port Macquarie providing education, early childhood services, aged care and community services to the community. The Parish is currently on an exciting journey of change and growth as we seek to develop innovative approaches to serving the needs of the people within our community and exceeding their service expectations.

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES

Competitive pay rate available. Competitive remuneration package available - Up to $41.18 PH + Shift & Penalty Allowances

Working for a reputable, longstanding, values-based organisation

A commitment to providing a responsive and supportive work environment

An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family.

As a corporate partner of Westpac, employees will have access to special offers, discounts and financial information.

You will have access to great employee perks including discounted Allied Health Services, i.e., remedial massage, physiotherapy, exercise physiology etc.

Paid professional learning and development

Career advancement opportunities and study assistance for approved courses

Generous employee referral program

WHO YOU ARE

Certificate III in Individual Support/Aged Care/Community Services (Required)

Experience working with aged people living with dementia or experience working with aged people or NDIS clients within their own homes (Preferred)

A willingness to learn about the various forms of dementia and how best to support your household and the residents

The ability to self-manage your day – excellent time management and prioritisation skills required

An energetic, positive attitude with a genuine interest in and compassion for aged people living with dementia

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships with villagers, family members and village staff

A flexible approach to supporting residents, balanced with good organisational skills and an ability to get things done

An ability to cook (Or willingness to learn)

Intermediate computer skills and/or open to learning new technology

A commitment to ongoing learning and development

Commitment to work in harmony with Catholic Values and Principles

HOW TO APPLY

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For further information about the role, please contact Paige Kerry at Human Resources PH: 02 6588 7444.

The Parish is committed to being a safe place for children and vulnerable people.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo employment screening. This includes a criminal history check and referencing for all employees and any additional checks depending on the role.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: There is no closing date for this position. Please apply immediately if interested. Applications will be actioned upon submission.