Domestic Care Assistant (Experienced)- Sutherland Shire

What’s on Offer:
 
We value our employees and the wonderful work they do.  Our employees enjoy an enviable range of benefits, including the following:
 
Competitive hourly rates of $30.60 to $36.72 + super
Travel Allowance of $0.92 per KM PLUS paid travel time
Become Cert III qualified in Individual Support (Aged Care) through our Traineeships program – all fees paid (for eligible employees)
Part time or Casual contracts available
Flex-Up – work additional overtime hours and boost your income - the more availability you have, the more work we can give you
Enjoy additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days
14 week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents PLUS our Bump to Baby program
Smartphone – ready when you join us with your fortnightly rosters, customer care
plans and other information
Employee Referral Program – refer your friends and family members to join us and
receive $500.00 per successful referral (Terms & Conditions apply)
Employee Assistance Program – support and assistance for you and your partner at
those times in life when you need it most
You will be supported by our customised Induction program on joining us
Attractive employee discounts on Australian Unity Banking products, Private Health and General Insurance
Maxxia Rewards - a great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants and more
 
Your New Role
 
Our Home Health program delivers in-home support services to our customers to help them live independently, supported and empowered, within their own homes and communities.
 
What does your new role look like?
Providing support to clients with domestic assistance duties such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation
Assisting clients with some personal care services including showering and toileting
Building and maintaining strong and effective relationships with clients and their families
Adhering to health and safety guidelines and policies to keep yourself and our customers safe
Reporting any issues or changes in the customer’s health and wellbeing through the appropriate channels and protocols
 
About You
 

Above all, you will align to our Values of Bold, Warm and Honest.  You will be able to demonstrate empathy and the ability to provide excellent care for your customers.
 
Does this sound like you?
12 months or more of relevant experience within Aged Care and/or Health Services, where you have delivered personal care
Good verbal and written English skills
Flexibility and availability to work rosters between Monday to Friday
A current Australian Driver’s License and ownership of a reliable, well presented, comprehensively insured vehicle 
You’ll have a current First Aid Certificate.  If you don’t have one, we will organize at no cost to you.
All Australian Unity employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID 19 (Booster is optional)