Support Worker - Home and Community care

Increased hourly rate from July 1st - $34.50 - $48.75 per hour + superannuation + km reimbursement ($1.11 per km)
Experienced and qualified or brand new to the care industry? Both welcome!
Location - Travelling to visit clients around Bathurst, Lithgow and surrounding areas
PPT, Casual, Monday - Friday, flexible hours and days
Not for profit employer, so you pay less tax!

Catholic Healthcare now employs over 6,000 people, with over 30 years of service.Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities and supporting them to live the life they choose through innovative person-centred models of care. We’re committed to creating a world where older people thrive.
We are looking for passionate and caring individuals to make a difference in our clients' lives by assisting them to live at home independently for as long as possible. You will be travelling around Bathurst and surrounding suburbs in a varied and rewarding role - no two days will be the same!!
Day to day role looks like:

Supporting and connecting with our clients assisting with day to day in home tasks - cleaning, tidying, washing and other tasks within the client's care plan
Transport to appointments and shopping
Meal preparation
Social Support or Respite for family/carers
Personal care including assistance with showering and dressing (if qualified/fully trained)

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

A genuine passion for providing high quality care to older Australian's in the community
To be comfortable interacting with a wide variety of people
Good communication skills
To be a reliable team player
To have an understanding of workplace health and safety
Certificate 3 or 4 in Individual Support highly regarded (but not essential)
An Australian driver's licence and access to a registered motor vehicle (essential)

What we can offer you:

Competitive hourly pay rate + Km reimbursement ($1.11per Km) + paid travel time
Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax
17.5% Annual Leave Loading
Career growth and increased earning potential
Earn and learn - we will support you to get a Certificate 3 in Individual Support with paid placement
Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
Paid Parental leave
Long Service leave after 5 years
A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds

We know you have many choices of employer - choose Catholic Healthcare where you can make a positive impact and be well rewarded.
Apply online now!