Support Worker/Carer

Position: Support Worker/Carer

Location: Reynella East, SA

About Us:

The CareSide is experiencing exciting growth and is currently seeking a dedicated Support Worker/Carer for our operations in Reynella East, SA. As a national leader in Home Care Packages, The CareSide operates from our head office in Perth, Western Australia, with remote offices across Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales, and Queensland. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable in-home aged care services, distinguished by our innovative approach that reduces total costs by 30% to 50% through minimal management and service fees.

The Candidate:

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about enhancing the lives of others, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be organised, punctual, friendly, and genuinely caring towards clients.

The Role:

As a Support Worker/Carer in Reynella East, SA, you will be responsible for assisting clients with various daily activities, including showers, dressing, grooming, toileting, medication monitoring, shopping, meal preparation, housekeeping, respite care, social support, and transportation to appointments.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Certificate III or higher in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• National Police Clearance Certificate
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Registered vehicle with comprehensive car insurance
• Smartphone
• Experience in providing at home care
• Availability on Monday, Wednesday and Friday for 2 hours per day in the afternoon.

We Offer:

• Vibrant team environment
• Central office locations across all states with excellent public transport links
• Value-based organisation
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing team
• Ongoing support, training, and development
• Travel reimbursement
• Free uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE)

Apply:

To register your interest, please click "apply" and submit your curriculum vitae. For the full position description, please email nicole.francis@thecareside.com.au

Our Mission: To provide the best value home care.

Our Values: Dignity, Loyalty, Integrity, Responsiveness, and Giving.

We are committed to promoting and supporting diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any additional support during our recruitment process, please contact recruitment@thecareside.com.au

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $30.00 – $37.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Public holidays
• Shift work
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you hoist trained?

Licence/Certification:

• Driver Licence (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person