Company description

Pearl Home Care offers the best in professional and affordable in-home aged and disability care so that you or your loved one can continue living comfortably and independently at home. We are Australia’s most trusted home care professionals, with a national network of qualified and friendly care providers who offer home health care, education and support to aged care and NDIS participants.

We are currently seeking 2 x Home Care / Support Workers who are passionate about providing high quality care to our aged care clients across the Illawarra and Nowra areas.

Employment status: Casual

Hourly rate: $27-$33/hr, based on experience and qualification.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Personal care and support
• Domestic assistance in client’s household
• Social support and client’s transportation
• Supporting clients with challenging needs
• Monitoring and report client’s progress and health status
• Attending training and meetings as required

Knowledge / experience/ attributes:

The successful candidates should possess but not limited to the following:

Essential:

• Motivation and commitment to caring for the elderly and/or people with disability who may have challenging behaviour
• Certificate III in Aged Care / Certificate IV in Home and Community Care or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience in community aged care or equivalent
• Evidence of good communication skills, including basic skills in written and spoken English
• Evidence of good team building and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer knowledge or skills
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Current driver’s license, good driving record
• A reliable car with comprehensive car insurance
• Smart Phone with internet access
• National Police Clearance
• Australian Citizenship / Permanent Residency

Desirable:

• Previous experience caring for elderly or people with disability
• Experience in dementia care
• Fluent in written and spoken English or other languages if necessary
• Qualifications &/or experience working with culturally and Linguistically Diverse populations.

If you feel you have the right attributes, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining how your skills, knowledge and attributes are suited to the position to admin.illnow@pearlhomecare.com.au

Use Subject: Home Care Worker Application

Candidates from all backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply.