Wesley Home Care Western Sydney & Central Coast
- multiple part-time positions (flexible hours available)
- looking for staff to work weekdays, evenings and weekends
- based across Western Sydney (Parramatta, Holroyd, Hills District, and Nepean). Other locations across Sydney are also available
- learning and development opportunities.
About us
Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.
Our Vision is “A Spirit disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.
About the program
Wesley Home Care assists frail aged people to lead fulfilling lives by providing life enriching supports in the community. We offer quality care, encouraging clients to maintain independence, while catering for their social, physical and spiritual needs.
This is a great opportunity for anyone who genuinely wants to make a difference & is passionate about improving quality of life for our aged care clients. We provide person centred care and support that enables our clients to maintain their sense of independence and wellbeing in their own home.
About you
- Certificate III in Individual Support Aged Care or willingness to obtain
- current First Aid Certificate
- previous experience working with frail aged people, people with dementia and complex needs
- experience in monitoring clients and reporting behavioural or health changes
- experience with providing personal care, including the use of mobility aids
- communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
- understanding of WH&S issues and risk management for client home-based care and during transport of clients
- COVID-19 vaccinations (preferred, but not essential)
- comprehensively insured & registered motor vehicle and current NSW Driver’s Licence.
Desirable criteria
- those speaking a second language are encouraged to apply
- experience in the aged care sector is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
Remuneration
Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care Services Industry Award 2010 as Home Care Worker Grade 3 depending on experience. Other benefits include:
- paid kilometre and travel time
- uniform allowance
- paid training and meeting time
- salary packaging opportunities (reduce the tax you pay and increase your take home pay).
Apply now
Please find a copy of the Position Description attached.
Please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria, using the subject line Support Worker to Nwjobs@wesleymission.org.au
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.