Aged Care Worker - Aurukun

About the roleAn exciting opportunity awaits for Aged Care Workers to join the team. selectability, a reputable aged care provider that provides supports in Aurukun, North Queensland. These positions offer a chance to work in a supportive and caring environment, making a positive impact on the lives of the older and vulnerable persons.Aged Care Workers play a vital role in the lives of the older and vulnerable persons by providing quality, responsive and compassionate care that supports a trusted and long-term relationship with our older and vulnerable persons. Working closely with the Regional Manager and Registered Nurse and the collaborative healthcare team, the Aged Care Workers will provide person-centred care to support the older and vulnerable persons.If you are an experienced and compassionate Aged Care Worker looking for a new challenge, then working FIFO could be the perfect opportunity for you. We offer an organised swing roster, with regular rotations and known leave dates, so you can plan your life around work. We’re committed to fatigue management, which means you’ll always have enough time to rest and recharge between shifts. We offer above award rates, so you’ll be well-compensated for your hard work. We also provide travel, accommodation, and meals so you don’t have to worry about any of the logistics. Working in regional and remote communities provides a unique cultural experience, and you’ll be part of a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who are committed to providing the best possible care to older and vulnerable persons.About youTo be considered for this rewarding role you will have great interpersonal skills and the ability to take direction and work as part of a team.To be successful you must:ability to communicate confidently and professionally with all levels of employeesexceptional time management skills and attention to detailability to work in a fast-paced environment and take instructionbe able to follow policies and procedures at all timessensitive and adaptable to older and vulnerable persons different personalities, cultural backgrounds and personal circumstancesYou will also need:certificate III in Individual Support/ Home and Community Care/Aged Care or equivalent qualificationexperience delivering aged care and/or NDIS services (desirable)experience working in remote areas (desirable)a Positive Notice Working with Children (blue card) (or the ability to obtain)NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or the ability to obtain)NDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety & You'a current minimum P1 "C" class Queensland drivers licence current flu vaccination (recommended)current nationally recognised First aid & CPR certificate (or ability to obtain)ability to work FIFO 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off rosterAbout the offerThis is a remote position in Aurukun, located in the Gulf of Carpentaria, working a 6 week on, 2 week off (including travel) roster. This position offers departures from Townsville and Cairns.We offer a range of benefits including:generous above award wagesaccommodation provided and all travel costs coveredall meals provided whilst on swingaccess to fitness passportup to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits50% discounted training via our RTO flexible working arrangements career pathways and opportunities for developmentemployee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling support for employees Applying If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are the best person for this role. If you would like more information, please contact selectability's HR team on [email protected] or by phone 0499 850 617.About usselectability is a not-for-profit charity with a primary focus of improving mental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regional Queensland.We believe everyone has the right to access high-quality supports locally and have recently expanded our services to include child safety, and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf, as well as aged care and NDIS Services in Aurukun.If you would like to know more, please visit our website.Originally posted on Himalayas

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