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Reference Number 32555
Position Title Personal Carer
Employment Type Permanent Part Time
Entity Central Queensland
Location Mackay Community Care
Enterprise agreement Care & Support Services - Care Employee Level 3
Roles Available 4
Hours per fortnight 16
Position Summary

Imagine a job with meaning, one that resonates with your inner values.  Be rewarded for your effort with ongoing training & development and the opportunity to make a difference every day. Come do some good with us.

 

There are many reasons why you would want to work with Blue Care. Blue Care is one of Australia’s leading providers of residential aged and community care, and retirement living. Supporting people to remain as independent as possible is our passion. Our network of 260 centres across Queensland supports the care choices of older people, people with a disability and others in need.

 

We are not-for-profit; part of UnitingCare Queensland (UCQ) and founded on core values with an overwhelming sense of obligation to make a difference in our community. As a leader in health and community services, our strategic plan continues a commitment to person centred care and services that enable people to have the best lives possible, whatever their circumstances.

 

Blue Care is after Personal Carers to join our team located at Mackay Community Care. You will provide quality care that enhances and promotes the quality of life for individuals, ensuring that the care provided is current best practice.

 

You’ll need a Certificate III in Aged Care, Home and Community Care or Disabilities, a current First Aid Certificate and CPR certificate, QLD driver’s license and a roadworthy registered vehicle. Your caring nature, excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team make you a great candidate. Applicants must have sound knowledge of the effective use of digital technology and devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs.

 

We encourage our team to be creative and enjoy themselves while contributing to our success. Come join one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia. On offer is a range of fantastic discounts and benefits, including flexible working hours and salary packaging options which allows you to pay for your general living expenses tax-free.

 

If the above is what you’re after, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Submitting your application is easy, click on the ‘apply’ button and follow the prompts.

 

Applications close 27 November 2018.

 

Agency applications will not be considered.

 

Our process includes undergoing a Federal Police check and some positions will require you to complete an online medical assessment. We pay for both of these and it’s an easy process. You also need full working rights for Australia.

 

Through our values UCQ are proud of our teams diversity, we believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce to help us achieve the best outcomes for the communities in which we operate and  serve. We highly encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

 

Blue Care is committed to being an Elder and Child Safe, Elder and Child Friendly organisation by providing safe and nurturing services, preventing and immediately addressing abuse and neglect if it does occur.

Selection Criteria Essential: Do you have experience working in Community Care?
Essential: Do you enjoy working with NDIS clients in supporting them to achieve their goals?
Essential: Do you have flexibility to work AM or PM shifts, across a rotational roster?
Essential: Do you have a Certificate III in Aged Care, Home and Community Care or Disabilities?
Essential: Do you have a current First Aid Certificate?
Essential: Do you have a driver's license and a roadworthy registered vehicle to travel to and from our clients homes?
Essential: Do you currently hold a Blue Card & Yellow card or willing to obtain?
Contact Person Jon Doherty
Contact Number 49446500
Alternate Contact Person Elizabeth Anderson
Alternate Contact Number 49446500
Closing Date 27/11/2018
Position Description Personal Carer (Community).doc
Application Guide click here to view