Dementia Respite Assistant - Ipswich
Looking for a rewarding community role? Leading NFP aged care provider requires casual & experienced carers for respite services
Summary about this job
Aged & Disability Support
Company: Alzheimer’s Association of Queensland
Location: Brisbane
Work type: Casual/Vacation
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Phone: +61-3-8925-8884
Fax: +61-2-8492-8842
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Detail information about job Dementia Respite Assistant - Ipswich. Terms and conditions vacancy
- New casual positions on offer
- Seeking experienced & client focused community carer's
- Friendly community based team
Our Company
Alzheimer's Queensland (AQ) is a recognised leading non-for-profit organisation within the aged care sector, which is committed to building a highly skilled workforce, assisted by a dedicated management team.
Your Opportunity
The Ipswich Multi Service Centre provides customized 24 hour, 7 days per week respite and support services. Through a restorative and wellness approach the ultimate goal is supporting clients to remain at home.
We are seeking casual staff with flexibility to work varied AM, PM or Night shifts across the 7 day roster including coverage for staff annual and sick leave.
Respite Responsibilities
To promote the retention of existing life skills for people both aged over 65 and diagnosed with dementia providing opportunities to enhance these skills through participation in socially valued roles and activities.
The provision of centre-based respite & social support, overnight respite and in-home respite & personal cares.
Assist in the participation of social and artistic activities, small group outings, community functions and local clubs, shopping and medication management.
Essential Requirements
- Relevant Certificate III qualification within Community Care or Aged Care essential
- Minimum 2-3 Years' paid experience as a carer within community or respite care
- Experience in leisure activities participation
- Both valid First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Access to own vehicle with full comprehensive insurance
- Open Drivers License
- Excellent communication - both oral & written
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with people who have dementia
- Ambition to enhance an individual's wellbeing
- Current National Police Clearance Certificate (upon role offer)
Why join Alzheimer's Queensland?
Along with the opportunity to further develop your skills in Community Aged Care services, our successful candidate will enjoy:
- The opportunity to work within a supportive team of passionate & dedicated professionals
- Competitive remuneration package on offer including access to salary sacrifice & Km allowance
- Flexible Working Arrangements for Work life balance
- Rewarding position providing quality of life for people within the community
- Ongoing training & professional development opportunities
- A chance to be part of one of Queensland's most well respected & recognised non-for-profit organisations
Alzheimer's Queensland Website, please visit www.alzheimersonline.org
Applicants with only Cert III work placement or paid carer experience under 2 years, need not apply for this role.
No agencies.
To apply for this job go to: "aqld.recruitmenthub.com.au" & enter ref code: 4235768.
Applications close 19 July 2018