Domestic Assistant

About the Opportunity

CentacareCQhas an opportunity for a part-time Domestic Assistant  to join the Community Care Service Team based in Bundaberg. 

As a member of the Community Care Service Team, staff are responsible for providing a range of services to:

Eligible clients living in the community who would be at risk of premature or inappropriate long-term residential care;

Older, frail people or younger people with mild to moderate disabilities;

The unpaid carers of participants within the program.

The pre-requisites of this position are as follows :

Current Blue and Yellow Cards or be willing to obtain these

A current Australian Drivers Licence and be willing to use their own vehicle 

A current First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain one

What we are looking for:

A team player 

Someone with a passion for helping others

Someone who is flexible, strong and resilient in variety of challenging situations

Duties include:  

Mission, Vision & Values

Support a positive culture within the organisation in line with CentacareCQ mission, vision and values;

Participate actively in formation activities.

Client and Services

Provide a range of services to clients as per client care plans and rosters, in line with CentacareCQ policy and procedures that may include (but is not limited to):

– Sweeping, mopping and vacuuming, dusting, folding, ironing, cleaning bathroom, toilet and any other suitable house duties;

– Meals – to deliver in-home meals or assist with the preparation of meals.

Documentation & Communication

Complete a range of documentation as per organisational procedures.

Workplace Health and Safety

Follow all relevant organisational policies and procedures with regards to Workplace Health and Safety;

Use personal protective equipment (PPE) supplied by CentacareCQ;

Report hazard and incidents as per procedures through the Riskman system;

Assess risk in the workplace and notify line manager of any risks immediately.

About the Benefits

To reward your commitment, CentacareCQ will offer an  generous salary sacrifice packaging of up to $15,900  to significantly increase your take home pay.

In-service training and professional development (you will receive extensive induction before commencing employment, as well as ongoing development opportunities);

A healthy work/life balance and supports family friendly practices within the workplace;

Generous salary sacrificing benefits to increase your take-home pay.

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