24 Sep
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Valmar
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New South Wales
24 Sep
Valmar
New South Wales
Step Up Your Career with a Growing and Supportive Organisation!
Join Valmar Support Services and make a real difference.
This is your opportunity to work in a progressive, inclusive, and supportive environment where your expertise and commitment will be genuinely valued.
About Us:
Valmar Support Services is a Not for Profit Organisation who thrives to provide high quality support services to people with disabilities, aged care services, community transport and supported employment.
About the Role:
The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality, person-centred support services to older individuals under the Community Home Support Program (CHSP), Home Care Packages (HCP), and requested Brokered Services.
The role focuses on enhancing client independence, wellbeing, and community participation through effective delivery of services such as personal care, domestic assistance, social support, transport, and respite while contributing to a safe, collaborative, and compliant work environment.
Key Duties/Responsibilities
Without limiting the general scope and application of this Duty Statement, the duties include:
Direct Client Support
Provide individually negotiated services under the CHSP, HCP, Brokerage frameworks for clients in areas such as:Social Support
Community Transport
Domestic Assistance
Personal Care
Respite
Garden Maintenance
Drive Valmar vehicles and operate machines, where licenced and where required
At all times, and in all locations, work with the clients in a positive and age-appropriate manner in line with the Valmar Code of Conduct
Ensure the concept and principles of wellness, enablement,
and restorative care are understood and moulded to suit the individual circumstances of clients and service settings
Assist with medication reminders and prompts (as per care plan and scope of practice)
Assist clients with mobility and use of mobility aids (e.g., walking frames, wheelchairs)
Provide companionship and emotional support to reduce isolation
Support clients in engaging with the community and meaningful activities
Assist with errands such as grocery shopping, pharmacy runs, and appointments
Promote independence through daily living skills and supportive conversation
Compliance, Monitoring & Reporting
Ensure services are delivered as per funding guidelines and regulatory frameworks
Ensure clients, carers, and other support persons have avenues for providing input into the service delivery arrangement and negotiations
Maintain client documentation
Complete Incident reports as required
Participate in the Valmar Performance Appraisal process
Safety, Risk & Vehicle Responsibilities
Promote and encourage all aspects of safety within the home and the community
Work within Valmar WHS guidelines
Conduct vehicle maintenance checks on fleet vehicles as required
Use safety procedures when transporting clients, mobility equipment, and goods
Identify and report risks or hazards in the client's home (e.g.,
fall risks, unsafe conditions)
Monitor client wellbeing and report significant changes in physical, emotional, or cognitive status to supervisors
Ensure heating/cooling, hygiene, and general home safety standards are met
Assist with infection control practices (e.g., PPE use, hygiene practices)
Teamwork & Communication
Contribute to team-based activities, meetings, and decision-making
Communicate effectively with clients, families, carers, and external stakeholders
Liaise with health professionals and community services when required
Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and respect at all times, adhering to the organisation's Code of Conduct and policies
Other:
Complete any reasonable requested tasks to support and enhance client-centred care
About You:
Successful applicants must be willing to undertake a NDIS Worker Screening Check and hold an Australian Drivers Licence.
It is desirable that you have a current First Aid Certificate and hold or willing to undertake training towards a Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care or Disability) or a related field, with a willingness to undertake further relevant training.
Compensation per hour:
$*****
Remuneration:
Dependent on qualifications and experience, the pay rate can range from $***** to $***** per hour.
What We Offer:
A competitive salary + Salary packaging benefits to boost your take-home pay
Annual Leave Loading
Supportive team setting with ongoing training and development
Inclusive and collaborative workplace where your contributions are recognised
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📌 Home Care Worker - Aged Services (New South Wales)
🏢 Valmar
📍 New South Wales