Kalyra has been supporting South Australians for 130 years! We take pride in delivering outstanding service and care through Residential Aged Care, In-Home Support, Retirement Living and Affordable Housing. When you join Kalyra, you join a team that makes having a career in Aged Care fun, inspiring and rewarding – it’s different here!
What drives us? Our values – caring, commitment, strengths, community, enabling. Role OverviewAs a Home Support Worker, you will assist clients with daily activities, including personal care, domestic assistance, social support, transportation, and medication administration or prompting. Your role will be crucial in helping clients maintain their independence, allowing them to stay safely in their own homes for longer. You’ll be focusing on individualised support following a care plan. Your role also involves observing, reporting changes and maintaining clear communication with the clients coordinator/office staff.
Adaptability and compassion will help you connect with your clients and respond to their needs effectively. Plus, being vigilant about WHS processes ensures a safe environment for both you and the clients.
Please note: This role is located in Murray Bridge and Mannum, SA, and involves travelling directly between clients within the local area and neighbouring areas .
About the Person?Key attributes for this role include a solid understanding of the ageing process, the ability to empower older individuals by recognising their strengths, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Establishing and maintaining professional relationships, ensuring confidentiality, and respecting clients' values are vital.
Apart from this, we ask that you have the following:
- Reliable vehicle and current drivers license
- National Police Check or willingness to obtain one
- 3 x COVID vaccinations
- Influenza 2024 vaccination
- Certificate III in Home and Community Care, Individual Support or Disability Support would be desirable
- Current Accredited First Aid and CPR accreditation or willingness to obtain
- Smart phone to access the mobile worker app
Joining the Kalyra team is not only fun and rewarding, it's also a career and we can offer you the following:
- Flexible hours, allowing you to be rostered within your availability. Choose a schedule that works best for you while meeting the team's and clients' needs.
- Access to salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay by up to $15,899, along with a tax-free meal and entertainment card worth up to $2650
- 0.96c per KM reimbursement and paid travel time between clients
- Hands on orientation program with ongoing training and support
- A values-based organisation with a welcoming and supportive culture
- Opportunities to grow in your role and have the career you want to have!
If you have a genuine passion for working for a community and ensuring their well-being and daily lifestyle requirements are fulfilled, we welcome your interest and encourage you to get in touch with us.
For more information, please get in touch with Reena Parmar, Recruitment Partner at Harrison McMillan on? 08 7140 1917 ?or? recruitment@hmrpo.com.au
