Care Attendant (Disability)

Category: Field Worker

Location:

Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

The Opportunity

At HenderCare we are passionate about providing exceptional care services to support our service recipients to maintain their independence and improve their well-being. As the demand for HenderCare services has increased in the community, we are looking for dedicated support workers to join our team to provide support to our cilents in their homes inAdelaide (North, Central, West and South regions).

In this casual role, you will work a mixture of day, afternoon, and night shifts throughout the week to ensure our clients are provided with 24/7 care.

Take your next step with HenderCare and enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle and availability
• Competitive hourly rates
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Opportunities for career growth within the organisation
• Meaningful work that makes a real difference in people’s lives
  
  

About The Role

As a casual team member, you'll provide a range of essential services to support our clients in their daily lives, including:

• Personal care such as showering, grooming, and dressing
• Assistance with person transfers and mobility
• Meal preparation
• Light household duties to maintain a safe and clean environment
• Respite care and social support to enhance wellbeing
  
  

We offer competitive, weekly pay and 24/7 support from our friendly and experienced coordination team so you're never alone, no matter when you're working.

About You

Previous experience in providing personal care and domestic services to people with a disability or within aged care sector is essential to be successful in this role.

You Must Also Hold

• Certificate 3 or 4 in Individual Support, Disability or equivalent
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate HLTAID011 (previously HLTAID003)
• Current Provide CPR Certificate HLTAID009 (previously HLTAID001)
• Current Manual Handling Certificate
• Current National Police Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current NDIS Workers Check
• Full Drivers License and access to your own car
  
  

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks.

Welcome to HenderCare

At HenderCare, we pride ourselves on the high-quality care and support we offer to people living with a disability, people in the acute healthcare sector, children and young people, and our older Australians. Our mission is to give our all for health and community care, with our clients at the forefront of all that we do – enhancing their lives and assisting them to achieve their goals and improve their well-being.

We recognise that our greatest contribution to enhancing the lives of our clients is the investment in talented, caring, and passionate people. We champion diversity and equality, foster a culture of respect and support, and provide growth and developmental opportunities for you to reach your full potential throughout your career.

So, why work at HenderCare?

• Competitive pay
• Inclusive and supportive leadership
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing services and corporate discount packages
• Work-life balance and flexible arrangements
  
  

HenderCare is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional and safe working environment with a zero-tolerance approach to sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, and harassment. We value Australia's diversity and seek to improve equal and equitable opportunities for all employees and prospective candidates, regardless of race, age, gender, sex, abilities, culture, language, and socio-economic background.

We are committed to fostering a work environment that respects and pays tribute to the rich history and culture of our First Nations People. Through our combined efforts in Closing the Gap, we aim to provide valuable employment for our First Nations peoples and encourage their contribution to our workforce.

Apply Today!

Are You Ready To Take The Next Step In Your Career And Would Like To Apply For This Exciting Opportunity? You Will Need To

• Update your profile and apply through SEEK or via our career's website.
• Attach a current Resume/CV.
• Include a Cover Letter (2 pages max) about you and why you'd be the ideal candidate for us.
  
  

We are actively looking to fill this role and reserve the right to shortlist and interview applicants whilst this advertisement is open; therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Applications close on Day, Wednesday 2nd July at 11:59 pm

For more information, please contact [email protected].

Please do not e-mail your applications.