Specialised Carer - Home Care

Do you love to care?

We do! Join HammondCare as a Specialised Carer and be part of an independent, not-for-profit organisation improving the lives of thousands of older people in need.

HammondCare Home Care is currently looking for Casual Carers to join our team in Gymea Bay Respite Cottages based in Gymea Bay in the Sutherland Shire Region.

The Opportunity

HammondCare’s Respite Cottages provide short-term accommodation and individualised support for older guests during stays of up to 10 nights. As a Specialised Carer, you’ll play a vital role in delivering personalised care and creating a welcoming, home-like environment.

Please note: Rosters available may not suit student visa due to hour restrictions. Unlimited work rights will be highly regarded.

About The Role

Hourly Rates: $32.91 to $36.50 base + Super + Casual Loading

Casual Shifts Include

7.15am-14.45 - Morning shift14.45 - 21.45- Afternoon shift21.30- 07.45- Night shift Ideally you will be able to work a mix of the above shifts

Responsibilities

Provide personal care including grooming and hygieneDeliver care in accordance with individual care plansSupport and care for guests during overnight or extended staysPromote guest dignity and independence through daily activitiesMaintain accurate documentation and communicate changes in care professionallyIn some cases, you’ll have an opportunity to go offsite and provide care and supervision for our Clients, and this would mean having the capacity to drive a 12-Seater Bus (standard drivers license)

What do you need to apply?

Australian Drivers licenseNo formal qualification is necessary; however, Certificate III Individual Support is an advantageAvailable to work a mix of the above mentioned shiftsFirst Aid certificate desirableEmpathy and compassion are a mustWe provide job training as long as you have the willingness and desire to learnGood administrative and computer skills, including the use of a smartphoneA strong team player, who can communicate professionally changes in care, complete all documentation, whilst maintaining confidentiality.

In Return For Your Expertise, We Offer

full training to all care workers (no experience is necessary)salary packaging (for PPT only): $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefitsadditional training and career development opportunitiesleave benefits (purchased additional annual leave)reward and recognition programfitness passports: full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your familycounselling services and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employeesexclusive discounts at MyCar for servicing, repairs and moreexclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung

So, if you love to care, join us, and make a career move that matters.

Because it’s not just care. It’s HammondCare.

Sounds like you? Apply now!

For any general enquiries please contact sgamble@hammond.com.au

All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record and reference checks, and will also be asked to attend a pre-employment functional assessment.

We are committed to inclusion across race, culture, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, belief, age and ability. Because at HammondCare, everyone belongs.