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Personal Carer Trainee

UnitingCare Queensland · Mackay, ID · 1 mo ago
$32.69/hrPart-time

The Program

Complete a Certificate 3 in Individual Support with us, while you earn an income. We’ll connect you with government funding, so you complete the certificate at no cost.

About The Role

Provide care to your clients living in the community, supporting their independence and improving their quality of life. Spend your time on the road completing scheduled visits, interacting one-on-one with clients within their homes supporting with daily activities. In home personal care, daily living assistance including showering, personal hygiene, meal preparation, house cleaning, laundry and ironing. Provide care in accordance with their individualised Care Plan. Support with community based recreational and social activities. Transportation and assistance with shopping and appointments.

Role Requirements

  • Current Australian Driver’s Licence (Green Provisional minimum)
  • Roadworthy & insured (Third Party Property minimum) vehicle to use for work
  • Experience with technology incl. smartphones, tablets, laptops etc
  • Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies

Employee Benefits

  • Savings on everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum
  • A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
  • Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
  • Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

Pay

$32.69 p/hr + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Increases your take home pay) + Allowances & Travel Reimbursement (KM’s)

Schedule

Mon- Fri, 8am - 5pm (Min 30hrs per week)

Benefits

  • Child safe, Child friendly
  • Diversity & Inclusion

Skills

  • Committed to making a difference
  • Ability to build meaningful relationships
  • Resilient and adaptable
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

Completion of a Certificate 3 in Individual Support is required.

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