Care Service Employee - Penrith | Thornton Park

The Role: Penrith | Casual | Care Service Employee

What’s in it for you?

• 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
• 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

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting residents with personal care including showering
• Supporting residents with meals
• Contributing to care planning with registered staff
• Documenting care and services provided to residents
• Engaging residents in meaningful activities

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• Requirements

  • Minimum requirements - Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support

  • Experience in similar role in aged care (Minimum 2 years)

  • 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

  • Flexible to do AM/PM and night shifts

  • Must have full working rights