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Job DescriptionWhen was the last time you made a difference in someone''s life? It takes a special person to be a Care Worker and help the older members of our community to maintain their independence and wellbeing. We are looking for a person with at least 3 months experience in a similar professional role to join the Silverchain team in the Ballan, Myrniong, Fiskville, Gordon, Blackwood, Korweinguboora VIC area.Whats On OfferGuaranteed hours and shiftsAward rate $32.74 per hour + Super + paid KM''sEmployee benefits program + salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free each yearAccelerated learning programsto gain your professional qualifications (Cert 3)Paid CPR and First Aid coursesWhat Were Looking ForEnjoy having variety in their dayAre passionate about providing an excellent serviceCan build positive relationships with clients and their familiesDo not sweat the small stuff remain calm if a client has a bad day or traffic delays you, and move on to the next clientAre comfortable working independently and finding solutions to everyday problems, knowing when to ask your manager for helpIn Addition, You Will NeedA valid Australian Driver''s Licence & your own insured, roadworthy vehicleExperience of 3 months or more in a similar professional role, with experience in personal care, manual handling, hoist training and medicationsThe roleIn the role of Care Worker you will be providing our aged care clients with home help services such as:General housekeeping and making bedsCleaning, mopping and vacuuming floorsWashing, folding and ironing laundryMeal preparation and grocery shoppingYou will also be providing our aged care clients with personal care services such as:Getting clients out of bed, showered and dressed for the dayAssisting clients to take their medicationsAssisting with mobility and therapy goalsProviding complex care for customers with high care needs, such as dementiaProviding social and emotional supportProviding the client with transport to lifestyle activities or appointmentsHelping the family carer to have a break or an opportunity to do other thingsWhy choose SilverchainEveryone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. Its a team effortBest Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effectiveWe are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facilityAs a not for profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the homeWell also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goalsHow To ApplyTo submit your application, click Apply.When you apply we will send you a link to a short online assessment from Vervoe so you can see what a day in the life of our Home Care Worker or Care Worker will be like. Prior to commencement, every preferred candidate must complete a National Police check, Work Rights check and confirm their COVID-19 vaccination status (although not mandatory it is highly recommended).EEO StatementAt Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds. Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email. #J-18808-Ljbffr