Multiskilled Carer | Derby
Opportunity to give back to the elders of the Kimberley community by providing quality care to residents in Juniper's Derby residential facility.
Summary about this job
Aged & Disability Support
Company: Juniper
Location: Broome & Kimberley
Work type: Casual/Vacation
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Phone: +61-8-1150-7748
Fax: +61-8-1124-5888
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Detail information about job Multiskilled Carer | Derby. Terms and conditions vacancy
What's on offer:
- $26.46-$26.80 base per hour + 20% Casual penalties
- Salary Sacrifice of $15,900 p/a - increase your take-home pay
- Employment within a growing sector
We are currently looking for an experienced and reliable Carer to work at Juniper's Numbala Nunga and Ngamang Bawoona facilities, located in the Kimberley town of Derby (approx. 2500km from Perth). Numbala Nunga and Ngamang Bawoona provide care for up to 43 residents in an enabling and culturally appropriate manner.
The purpose of this role will be to provide person centred care to our residents to improve their quality of life whilst adhering to Juniper's core values, policies and procedures. You will be required to assist our residents in daily living tasks and help them to maintain their independence and dignity. A caring nature is vital for this position.
On offer for the successful candidate is a casual position (with a view to permanency), working a variety of shifts as required by the facility.
Key Responsibilities of this role:
- Providing assistance to residents with personal hygiene tasks including; bathing, dental hygiene, dressing, grooming, toileting and continence hygiene needs
- Supporting the maintenance or restoration of residents' independence by providing assistance in the use of mobility aids
- Responding to residents' care needs and emergency procedures, determining need for emergency care and informing the Manager, RN or EN as soon as possible
- Maintaining effective communication in the workplace, according to Juniper policy, by completing all documentation
- Assisting residents with the administration of correct medication in accordance with Juniper policies
The Skills, Knowledge and Experience required:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent / Cert III Aged Care) or relevant experience in the industry.
- Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)
- Be able to demonstrate empathy with elderly residents
- Understanding of the aged care documentation (desirable)
- Knowledge of current manual handling procedures (desirable)
People of all ages are encouraged to apply. Juniper may commence the recruitment process as applications are received.
Enquiries: Emily Gullidge
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