2 x Personal Carer & Support Worker (Part-Time) - Tara, Queensland
About Council
A region the size of Tasmania, just 2.5 hours west of Brisbane and an easy drive from the Sunshine and Gold Coasts, the Western Downs has a growing population of over 34,000 people.
The region’s diverse economy, vibrant active communities and the extensive infrastructure and multi-billion dollar energy investments are ensuring that the Western Downs continues to go from strength-to-strength.
Western Downs Regional Council is one of only a handful of Council’s in the state of Queensland to be debt-free.
Council is very proud of this immense achievement which it had been working towards since 2015, proving itself to be one of the most financially prudent Councils in Queensland.
About the Role
Based at theTarcoola Aged Care Facility in Tara, you will provide holistic, safe, effective and quality care to residents.
Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, you will:
provide quality care to residents with activities of daily living, hygiene, dressing, grooming, mobility as required;
assist with cleaning duties in the laundry; and
assist with food-preparation, serving and hygiene in the kitchen.
About you
To be a successful applicant, you will have:
a Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care);
a dedication towards delivering high quality service in residential care, meal handling, cleanliness and cleaning;
compassion, empathy, patience and respect for residents, colleagues and visitors;
an acceptable standard or verbal and written communication skills; and
strong team work and interpersonal skills.
What we offer:
Access to Corporate Health Plan
Health & Wellbeing program
If you have passion and a genuine desire to support residents who are a part of the community we serve, this role is for you. TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE
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Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Tuesday 14 April 2020
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing. WDRC has the right to verify your employment history with your current employer if required.
Western Downs Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.
