Support Worker - Disability Support and Aged Care

Do you want to make lives better? Do you love working with the older community or those living with a disability?Do you want a

versatile

work schedule that fits with the other priorities in your life? Support Workers/PCA's are at the heart of what we do, so if you are a kind, caring individual who is passionate about Making Lives Better®.... Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you We are looking to build our team with a variety of experienced Support Workers who are able to work on a casual basis from 10 to 38 hours per week depending on client needs. Suburbs Nurse Next Door MELBOURNE OUTER EAST territory services: Glen Waverley, Wheelers Hill, Wantirna, The Basin, Ferntree Gully, Menzies Creek, Selby, Belgrave, Tecoma, Rowville, Scoresby, Knoxfield, Tremont, Ferny Creek, Sassafras, Sherbrooke, Kallista, The Patch, Mt Dandenong, Montrose, Boronia, Bayswater, Lilydale, Mooroolbark, Kilsyth, Croydon, Heathmont, Ringwood, Warrandyte South, Warranwood, Chirnside Park, Wonga Park. www.nursenextdoor.com.au

About Us Making Lives Better®

and

Happier Ageing®

is at the heart of what we do — enabling members of our ageing and disabled community live a fulfilling life at home as long as possible, doing what they love to do. Why You'll LOVE Us We are an

ethical employer of choice,

with consistent

10/10 staff satisfaction scores

and

staff referrals

making up

25%

of our team intakes

We are an

international awarding winning

and

5-star

rated in-home health provider with systems and training built over





20 years

NDIS Registered Provider

We have 2 hour minimum visits, which gives you more

quality time

to spend with your clients,

we don't do one-off 1 hour visits.

We provide

support

in the field. Your

first visit

will never be alone. Visits assigned with our wonderful Care Designer for every new client

Portable Long Service Leave + Broken Shift Allowance for casuals.

Continuity of Care, Stronger Relationships Seeing the same clients consistently allows you to nurture fulfilling relationships with them and their families Build Your Own Schedule You provide your own availability so we can set you up with clients that best fit your needs Longer Visits To bring Happier Ageing to our clients, we provide 2 hour minimum visits, which gives you more quality time with them 24/7 Support and Scheduling Be supported by our team at all times — you can call us

24/7

and see what visits are available for you online Training and Support Network Hands-on training and continued access to online learning help set you up for success A Career with Purpose Be part of a team that makes lives better and provides peace of mind to families.



Responsibilities Of The Role Making Lives Better® by: Assisting clients with showering, grooming, dressing, toileting, hygiene, light housekeeping, meals, daily errands

Assisting clients with transfers, ambulation and exercises

Providing companionship and emotional support

Transporting clients to appointments and social events

Accurate visit documentation and observation on changes in their health or status

We provide around the clock care, so visits may be scheduled early morning, afternoon, evening, or overnight to meet our client's needs, however we will offer jobs within your availability Why We Will LOVE You You are genuinely

PASSIONATE

about making a difference

You feel and display

empathy , and want to

engage

with our clients

You are able to identify and report client care concerns

Dedicated

to those in both the aged care and disability sector, & in helping people to live more fulfilling lives both at home and in the wider community

Must be able to speak and write in English, other languages will be an asset

Having previous community care experience is a bonus but not a requirement

Have a reliable way to get to and from the client's home, own vehicle would be an asset.

Mandatory Requirements Minimum Cert III in Aged Care, Community, Individual Support, Disability or Equivalent

NDIS Worker Screener clearance (can be applied for after interview-replaces National Police Check, valid for 5 years)

Recommended Up to date CPR & First Aid Certificates

Covid-19 Vaccinations

📌 Support Worker (Melbourne)
🏢 Work Initiatives
📍 Melbourne