21 Oct
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Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service
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Broome
21 Oct
Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service
Broome
About Us
Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) is a well-established Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that has been supporting the Broome community for over 40 years. Headquartered in Broome, Western Australia, BRAMS provides holistic, culturally safe primary healthcare, aged care, and community programs to Aboriginal people throughout the Kimberley region.
With a strong focus on person-centred, trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, BRAMS delivers services designed around the needs of Aboriginal individuals and families. Our multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively to improve health outcomes and promote wellbeing across the lifespan.
Our vision: Healthy People – Strong Community – Bright Future.
About the Role
We are seeking compassionate Aged Care Support Workers to join our growing team in Broome, with full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available.
In this rewarding role, you will provide culturally responsive support to older Aboriginal people, assisting with personal care, daily living activities, social participation, transport and community access while helping them maintain independence, dignity and connection to family, culture and community.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Provide practical support that reflects each consumer’s goals, preferences and cultural needs.
- Deliver personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming, continence care and mobility support in a safe and respectful way.
- Assist with daily living tasks including meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, shopping, household organisation and basic home care.
- Support consumers to participate in cultural, social and community activities, including providing transport, accompaniment and encouragement.
- Assist consumers to build and maintain routines that promote independence, confidence and self-management.
About You
If you are passionate about supporting Aboriginal Elders, enjoy working closely with people, and are committed to making a positive difference in your community, we encourage you to apply today. Join a team dedicated to delivering care that is culturally responsive, person-centred, and grounded in respect, compassion, and connection.
You’ll bring:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Aged Care, Community Services or a related field, or relevant experience in a similar support role, or willingness to complete.
- Understanding of the health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal people, including cultural, social and historical factors influencing care.
- Ability to work in a culturally responsive, person-centred and rights-based way with older Aboriginal people.
- Experience providing practical support such as personal care, domestic assistance, community access or transport.
- Ability to follow a care plan, record observations and complete documentation accurately and on time.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn client record systems.
- Robust organisational skills with the ability to plan work, manage time and respond to competing demands.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to shared goals.
- Willingness to undertake training related to medication support, manual handling, infection prevention and other mandatory requirements.
Highly regarded:
- Experience working in aged care or community-based support services.
- Experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service or remote community context.
- Experience supporting consumers with complex needs, including reablement activities or behavioural support strategies.
- Knowledge of the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Why Join Us?
BRAMS offers a competitive salary of $80,000 – $90,000 PLUS Super, along with a supportive and inclusive work environment and a host of generous benefits, including:
- Salary Packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 Meal & Entertainment Benefits
- $1,300 Remote Area Allowance
- Up to 6 Weeks Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
- Free access to BRAMS GP, Dental & Allied Health services for you and your family
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Please note that accommodation is NOT provided for this role, and candidates will need to secure their own housing locally.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
BRAMS is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants are subject to child safety screening processes and must uphold our safeguarding values at all times.
Next Steps
Please submit your application via SEEK.
To find out more, please contact us at ***********@brams.org.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
BRAMS will commence shortlisting and interviews as applications are received. We encourage applicants to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.
Please note that candidates will be subject to pre-screening as per the below:
National Police Clearance
Working with Children’s Check
Pre-Employment Health Declaration
Influenza Vaccination (BRAMS is a mandatory influenza vaccination organisation and annual vaccination is required)
Safeguarding Children Declaration
Drivers Licence Check
Identity Check
📌 Aged Care Support Worker (Broome)
🏢 Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service
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