Home Care Employee

Home Care Employee

Company: Whiddon Location: Kyogle Work Type: Part-time Salary: $33.35 - $37.91 per hour + Salary packaging + Superannuation

Whiddon is seeking a dedicated Home Care Employee to join our team in Kyogle. This part-time role involves providing essential support to elderly Australians, enabling them to continue living independently in their homes.

About the Role: You will be instrumental in delivering a range of services including Domestic Assistance, Social Support, Transportation, Meal Preparation, Personal Care, and Medication services to clients within their residences. The position requires you to service clients in both the Kyogle and Casino areas, and candidates must reside in a surrounding suburb. A minimum of 16 hours per fortnight is guaranteed, with additional hours potentially available based on client needs and service requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Domestic Assistance to clients.
• Offer Social Support and companionship.
• Assist with Transportation needs.
• Prepare meals for clients.
• Deliver Personal Care services.
• Administer Medication as required.

Requirements:

• A Certificate III in Aged Care or a related field.
• A current First Aid and CPR certificate.
• An insured vehicle and a valid driver's licence.
• Residency within a surrounding suburb of Kyogle.
• Willingness to service clients in both Kyogle and Casino areas.

Company Culture and Support: Whiddon operates as a not-for-profit organisation with a strong family-like atmosphere. We are committed to treating all clients and team members with passion, care, and respect. You will be supported by experienced Care Coordinators who are available to answer questions and provide guidance. We provide comprehensive client information and rostering to foster continuity and build rapport. We understand the importance of work-life balance and will collaborate with you to establish suitable shifts, remaining flexible for future needs.

What Whiddon Offers: Our benefits are structured around five pillars: mind, body, financial, social, and career.

• Mind and Body:
• Comprehensive leave options (permanent employees).
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (with the option to cash out).
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years.
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave.
• Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave.
• Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave annually.
• Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave.
• An extra public holiday each year with Frank Whiddon Day.
• Employee Assistance Program for support.

• Financial and Social:
• Paid travel between clients.
• Salary Packaging options to increase your effective hourly rate by over $2 per hour. This includes:
• Up to $611.53 per fortnight for expenses like mortgage, rent, or school fees.
• Up to $101.92 per fortnight for entertainment expenses.
• Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities, and holiday transport.
• Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service, and a rewards program through partners.
• Quarterly gifts, including cost of living vouchers, ACE Day, Christmas gifting, and ad-hoc gifts.
• Access to retail benefits and perks, including discounts, cinema passes, concert or sports event tickets, and food vouchers.
• Employee Referral Program offering up to $500 for successful referrals.

• Career Development:
• Whiddon Scholarships Programs.
• Leadership Development Programs.
• Traineeships.
• Recognition for great work through Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, and an Annual Awards night.
• Recognition for successfully completing probation.

Locations: Whiddon has locations across NSW and QLD, with support for relocation or transfers between homes.

How to Apply: To express your interest, please submit a copy of your resume that addresses the criteria outlined above. For further details about this position and the benefits of a career with Whiddon, please visit our website at https://www.whiddon.com.au/careers/.

All successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of an NDIS Workers Check.