Huon Regional Care is a leading Community Care Provider in the South of Tasmania delivering a range of flexible services to promote independence and quality of life for older people living in their own homes. Our core value of ‘Life. Just the way you love it’ describes our whole approach to care for our consumers and staff.
We are seeking expressions of interest for Community Care Extended Care Assistants
Huon Regional Care is seeking Community Extended Care Assistants (ECA) to provide support and care to improve health outcomes for our clients living in the Huon Valley, Bruny Island, Kingston, Channel, Hobart regions and the Tasman Peninsula.
In this role, you will be employed on a Permanent Part Time or Casual basis. You are paid for the full shift, including the times you travel between clients. A generous KM allowance is included as well.
You visit multiple clients per shift in different locations as required. L
As an Extended Care Assistant – your duties may include;
1. Provide personal care; showering, dressing, grooming, monitoring medications and supervising daily hygiene.
2. Domestic Assistance; tidying rooms, making beds, cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, shopping, organising and the transport of clients to appointments and outings.
3. Social support one to one or in a group setting in the clients home or int he community.
You will need to have
· Experience in domestic support/caring, or at minimum exposure to community home care work.
· A customer focused approach to your work
· Current Certificate III in Individual Care, Aged Care, Disability or Community Care, or willing to train
· A current First Aid certificate
· Demonstrated time-management skills
· Your own registered and reliable vehicle
· Current Drivers license, car registration and insurance
· Current Working with Vulnerable Person
How to Apply
All enquiries and applications should be directed to Patricia Gardiner at PGardiner@huonregionalcare.org.au
Please include a cover letter and updated CV with your application.
A copy of Position Description for this position can be obtained by calling 0362 647108.
Huon Regional Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.
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