Multiskilled Carer | Fitzroy Crossing

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Detail information about job Multiskilled Carer | Fitzroy Crossing. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Ongoing Permanent position
• Relocation Assistance + Accommodation at $20p/n
• Salary Packaging benefits; higher take-home pay - pay less tax

Are you looking for the opportunity to truly make a difference to the lives of older indigenous people? Juniper currently has a number of opportunities for reliable Carers to join our team in our Guwardi Ngadu facility, based in the Kimberley town of Fitzroy Crossing.

What's on offer:

• Attractive rates of pay, currently $26.46 - $26.80 base per hour
• Salary Sacrifice of $15,900 p/a - increase your take-home pay, and pay less tax
• Permanent part time position
• Accommodation (Single) available at $20 per night
• Assistance with relocation*

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 candidates will be part-time position offering 72hrs per fortnight working a variety of shifts as required.

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 required
• Assisting residents with the administration of correct medication in accordance with Juniper policies

What you will need:

• Reliable, attend all rostered shifts
• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent / Cert III Aged Care) or relevant experience in the industry (highly desirable)
• Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)
• Be able to demonstrate empathy with elderly residents
• Knowledge of current manual handling procedures (desirable)

 People of all ages are encouraged to apply. Juniper may commence the recruitment process prior to the advertised closing date.

*conditions apply