Job Description

Are you looking for the right career and lifestyle move? Do you want a job that will give you the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal people?

Here's your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Mid North Coast.

Position is located in Taree.

Entry level positions available for suitable candidates.

About the Role:

The Home Care Support Worker is responsible for the delivery of a consumer direct care assistance and support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are frail aged or have a disability to live independently in their home and community.

The key objectives of the role include:

• A commitment to working with our clients and the community to engage in Consumer Directed Care.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living such as Domestic Assistance, Personal Care and Social Support.
• Ability to build relationships with all levels of the organisation and the community.
• Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to demonstrate empathy when required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively manage workload.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications in Individual Support, Assistance in Health Services.
• Confirmation of Aboriginality (preferred)
• A commitment to working with Biripi Aged Care clients and the Community to engage in Consumer Directed Care.
• Ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in a culturally aware and sensitive way.
• Ability to build relationships with all levels of the organisation and the community.
• Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to demonstrate empathy when required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively manage workload.
• Current valid Driver’s license, minimum of Class “C” or equivalent.
• Ability to hold all relevant security clearances including National Police Check and Working with Children clearances.
• Registered vehicle.

Benefits and Culture:

Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre is an organisation that prides itself on rewarding dedicated hard work, and as such, would like to offer a wide range of benefits to the ideal candidate.

• A culturally safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, with opportunities for growth.
• Salary Packaging options are available as a Not-For-Profit Organisation, as well as Meals & Entertainment and Leisure & lifestyle Cards
• Remuneration Package will depend on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Parental Leave: New Paid Parental Leave available for permanent employees.

If this interests you,

Apply Now!

Please apply via seek with a current resume and a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter addressing the essential criteria will not be accepted.

Note: Position advertisement will remain available on Seek until the position is filled and we reserve the right to commence the recruitment process during the advertisement period.

This is a desired designated Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander position under section 14D of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Proof or Confirmation of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander heritage will be required from the successful applicant.

For more information or queries relating to the role, email the People and Workplace Culture team at PWC@biripi.au.