Personal Care Attendant - Tara and Meandarra, 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 both the Tara and Meandarra Home and Community Care locations, you will be responsible for the provision of quality care to the elderly and disabled.
About you
The successful applicant will have:
compassion, empathy, patience and respect for clients and colleagues;
a Certificate III in Community Services (Aged Care Work);
a dedication towards delivering high quality service in all areas of work including, individual care plans, domestic assistance, home maintenance, personal care, social support and transporting of clients;
excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in building positive relationships with clients and colleagues;
high ethical standards and professionalism; and
basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook.
What we offer:
Access to Corporate Health Plan
Health & Wellbeing program
Living in the Western Downs - please copy and paste the below URL into a browser: https://www.wdrc.qld.gov.au/living-here/our-communities/living-in-the-western-downs/
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
For a full position description copy and paste the below URL into a browser.
WDRC require each candidate for this position to complete a Pre-Employment Questionnaire. Please submit your completed questionnaire to WDRC via email Recruitment@wdrc.qld.gov.au at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this position. To access the questionnaire please copy and paste the below URL into a browser. http://www.wdrc.qld.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Pre-Employment-Medical-Questionnaire.2.pdf
Application via Seek 'Apply Now.'
Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Wednesday 19 August 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.
Applicants for this position agree to WDRC conducting an independent employment check with your current (or most recent) employer prior to your formal appointment to the advertised position.
Western Downs Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date without prior notice.
