Caregiver

Job Description

As a Caregiver at our Summerset Palms Village, you will work as part of a team that creates the safest, healthiest and most enjoyable lifestyle for our residents. This role is varied and centres around providing personal care and assistance to our resident’s daily lives.

Typical duties include:

• Delivering meals and helping with mealtimes
• Aiding with hygiene, such as showering
• Assisting with Individual care plan requirements, such as walks and exercises
• Helping with activities, such as puzzles, table tennis etc

Shift options available:
Full Time 60 - 80 hours per fortnight: 4 days on, 2 days off working night shifts
Full Time 60 - 80 hours per fortnight: 4 days on, 2 days off working a mix between AM, PM and night shifts.

Part Time 24 – 48 hours per fortnight: 3 days on, 3 days off working 7am - 11am.

Qualifications

You will naturally be empathetic, kind and patient, and thrive in a role where your compassion and care make a difference to people’s lives.

You’ll bring with you:

• Experience in aged care or a similar role
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to build lasting relationships
• Commitment to a rotational roster across morning, afternoon and night shifts
• Ability to work a roster pattern of 4 days on and 2 days off

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

• Weekend additional penal hourly rates apply 
• Opportunities to progress your caregiver career and gain further qualifications
• Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Wednesday 24th June. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!