Community Gardener

Employment Type: Casual

Location: Port Pirie

There to care. Here for good. 

Aged care is so important. Some people forget that. You don’t and neither do we. Because helping people is what we were born to do. We’ve been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That’s a long journey, and we’re proud of our stability and strength.

Now, we’re on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team. Here, every moment matters and every client counts. And so do you.

Join us as a Community Gardener and shape your future and ours.

A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you.

As our Community Gardener, you will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality gardening services to meet the needs of Helping Hand Clients within their homes. This includes supporting independence, and the Client’s right of choice. The Gardener works independently and without direct supervision. This role communicates frequently with Service Delivery Rostering Officers and Coordinators to schedule work and discus Clients’ needs.

You’ll also make an impact by:

• Providing a range of gardening services to meet the needs of Clients and support their independence, dignity and choice.
• Delivering services that are connected, personalised, considerate and caring, in line with Helping Hand’s service ethos
• Participating in workplace meetings and programs, i.e. safety meetings, team meetings, forums and organised program activities
• Ensuring all paperwork is accurately completed and submitted within the required timeframes. This includes, but is not limited to, timesheets and leave forms.

What you’ll bring

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in general gardening tasks
• Provide and maintain own equipment for gardening tasks
• Proven ability to work independently under limited supervision
• A current and valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one.

You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following:

• Understanding of Aged Care
• Previous experience
• Certificate IV in Horticulture or a related qualification.

Please click the link below to view the position description:

Community Gardener Position Description

Why Helping Hand?

We get it - a role in aged care is more than just money. You don’t do it for the pat on the back. You do it because you know it matters - and at Helping Hand, you matter, too

We truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you’ll love about working with us:

We are who you are

Here’s the thing. When good people come together, amazing things happen. At Helping Hand, you’ll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strength. They’ve been in your shoes - and they’ll always be just a phone call away to lend a helping hand.

We are where you are

As our Community Gardener you’ll know you’re contributing directly to a community you care about. And you’ll see your impact on the faces of the people you’re supporting.

We care how you are

In any job, how well you feel affects how well you work. And we take that very seriously. We want you to feel as secure as you can. So, we’re proud that our people say they value the stability that comes with working for a well-established, growing organisation like us.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits: 

• Be part of a warm, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
• Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 each year
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance, plus our Employee Assistance Program.

Are you ready to lend a Helping Hand? 

Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and conducting interviews accordingly.

Apply online today, or to find out more please contact Talent Acquisition team on careers@helpinghand.org.au

Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant checks or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will be required to attend an induction session before commencing work.

Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients, staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are included and respected.

Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, as we work in a high-risk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.