In Home Personal Care Worker

• Salary Packaging even on a Casual basis
• Travel time and KMs are paid for

About Fronditha Care

Fronditha Care is an award-winning not-for-profit aged care provider, specialising in providing culturally sensitive aged care for people of all backgrounds for more than 46 years. We provide a wide range of aged care services and programs to support elders and their families.

Through our core values of Respect, Do Right, Bring Joy and Inspire Better, we deliver a Bounty of Care that provides for the cultural, spiritual and health needs for elders in our care. More than 1000 people choose to work at Fronditha Care, caring for elders across our 5 residential facilities in Melbourne and Newcastle, in their homes and in the community, across metropolitan Melbourne.

To ensure we continue to provide a superior level of service and care to our elders, we are seeking experienced and compassionate Personal Care Workers to join our busy Community Services team supporting clients across Melbourne’s Northern suburbs.

We currently have a number of shifts and hours available. If you are contacted, please be prepared to discuss your availability.

The main responsibilities will be, but not limited to:

• Providing personal care to our elderly
• Assisting with activities of daily living
• Mobility assistance
• Assistance with eating and drinking
• Keeping accurate and up-to-date records
• Observing the conditions of our elderly and reporting any concerns
• Encourage care recipients to make their own decisions
• Respite Care – companionship and conversation

The successful applicant/s will have the following:

• A Certificate III in Aged Care (minimum qualification) or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar field
• Fully vaccinated as per applicable Federal and State government requirements for employees working in Health & Aged Care industry.
• Previous experience in providing personal care services in an Aged Care Facility
• A team-oriented attitude, empathy and problem solving skills
• Commitment to deliver quality care to our elderly

Benefits

• Supportive Team
• Dynamic Team Culture
• Salary packaging available up to $15,900 and $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Health and well-being program and access to Employee Assistance Program
• You will be guided and supported by a thorough orientation, hands on supervision, and a buddy program

About us

• A leader in the Aged Care Sector
• Recognised and well-respected organisation
• Diverse and inclusive workforce
• Supportive and positive culture

Why choose Fronditha Care?

Fronditha Care is driven by our ethos of providing a Bounty of Care that extends to our clients and employees. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace that sets our people up for success and helps them grow in the workplace and in life.

If you are looking for a rewarding career and for a role where you can make a positive impact in people’s lives, then we’d love to hear from you. Apply online now.

The successful applicant will also be required to undergo a current Police Check.

Please send your CV to careers@fronditha.org

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $28.00 – $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• Salary packaging
• Travel reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• Do you obtain a Victorian Driving Licence - That is fully insured and registered under your name?

Licence/Certification:

• Working with Children Check (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• National Police Certificate (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person