Carer

Provide person-centered care to our residents in Broome, WA Permanent opportunities available. Increase your after tax pay with our salary packaging of $18,550 each year. At Southern Cross Care WA we help people live extraordinary lives every day, connected to communities. As a provider delivering care, support and accommodation for West Australians in greatest need, our purpose is clear, and our passion is strong. Southern Cross Care WA is a place where you can have an extraordinary impact, make an extraordinary difference, and be appreciated for extraordinary contributions. We hope you will join us and become one of the people who make Southern Cross Care WA an extraordinary place to be. About the role and where you will be working: As a Carer, you’ll be playing an important role assisting residents with their daily activities such as showering & getting dressed. We want them feel safe, and at home in our facilities. We're a tight knit team at each of our facilities, and this goes a long way to ensure that we can manage our busy schedules, whilst sharing some laughs and banter. Germanus Kent House has been caring for the local Broome community since 2008, the facility provides accommodation and supports up to 55 residents. This is a permanent part time position working various AM and PM shifts. We’ll also be asking you to: Carefully read & follow care plans Assist with personal care and meeting individual requirements Work under the guidance of Shift Managers (Nursing & Facility) Building a strong relationship with residents and their families Show compassion & exercise patience About you: Have you recently completed studies and are ready to start a new career in the aged care sector? You’re comfortable working on your own and enjoy spending time with elderly people. To be considered for this role, you’ll need: A Certificate III in Aged Care/ Individual Care Initiative & the ability to effectively prioritise & multitask Great communication skills (spoken & written) Attention to detail will guide you to success in this role Working with us: At Southern Cross Care WA, we are committed to being an employer of choice. As well as providing a positive and supportive environment, we also offer the following benefits: Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits. Corporate Health Insurance with HBF Free employee assistance program A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth Annual leave starting at 4 weeks Carers/personal leave Service Awards for long standing employees Flexible working environment How to apply: To express your interest, please apply with an up-to-date resume, and a cover letter outlining your experience / suitability. Kindly note, if your application progresses to an interview, we’ll be asking for: National Police Clearance - current within 6 months (or evidence of application) Immunisation record (Flu) Valid NDIS Workers Screening Check (or evidence of application) Qualifications About us: Established over 50 years ago, Southern Cross Care WA is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation contributing to social, health and economic development in WA. We do this by enabling the delivery of integrated services in our community for the increasingly complex health, care and accommodation needs of our aging population and those living with mental illness. Our dedicated and passionate team of around 900 employees and 130 volunteers, deliver care and services to over 3000 West Australians across our residential, retirement village, mental health, community housing and home care portfolio. Our promise to our clients, residents and each other is to enable extraordinary because we; Listen, Act , Do not give up, Work as one. Southern Plus and Southern Cross Housing Ltd. are part of the Southern Cross Care WA Inc. Group. Southern Cross Care WA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work. For more information on the services, we provide visit: scrosswa.org.au Carer Community Services & Development Aged & Disability Support #J-18808-Ljbffr