Support Worker - Home and Community Care

  Recently increased hourly rate from $34.50 - $37.00 per hour+ 25% casual loading + superannuation + km reimbursement ($1.11 cents per km) Experienced and qualified - Both welcome! Location - Travelling to visit clients around Bargo, Picton and surrounding areas Casual and permanent part time positions available Up to $18,550 tax free with not for profit salary packaging Catholic Healthcare now has over 6000 employees and more than 30 years of service. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities and supporting them to live the life they choose through innovative person-centred models of care. We’re committed to creating a world where older people thrive.     We are looking for passionate and caring individuals to make a difference in our clients' lives by assisting them to live at home independently for as long as possible. You will be travelling around Campbelltown and Liverpool areas in a varied and rewarding role - no two days will be the same!! Day to day role looks like: Supporting and connecting with our clients assisting with day to day in home tasks - cleaning, tidying, washing and other tasks within the client's care plan Transport to appointments and shopping  Meal preparation  Social Support or Respite for family/carers  Personal care including assistance with showering and dressing (if qualified/fully trained) To be successful in this role you’ll need: A genuine passion for providing high quality care to older Australian's in the community To be comfortable interacting with a wide variety of people Good communication skills To be a reliable team player To have an understanding of workplace health and safety Certificate 3 or 4 in Individual Support highly regarded (but not essential) An Australian driver's licence and access to a registered motor vehicle (essential) What we can offer you: Competitive hourly pay rate + Km reimbursement ($1.11 per Km) + paid travel time  Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax 17.5% Annual Leave Loading Career growth and increased earning potential Earn and learn - we will support you to get a Certificate 3 in Individual Support with paid placement Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits Discounted Private Health Insurance Paid Parental leave  Long Service leave after 5 years A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds We know you have many choices of employer - choose Catholic Healthcare where you can make a positive impact and be well rewarded. Apply online now!