CARER | CASUAL | COOINDA COURT, MACQUARIE PARK

Make a difference with us

CASUAL POSITION, MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHT SHIFTS

About Us

BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.

About BaptistCare Cooinda Court, Macquarie Park

Located just a short stroll from local shops and transport, Cooinda Court features peaceful retreat areas, barbecue facilities, and a recently renovated dining room serving freshly cooked, homely meals. The library, piano and sewing rooms also provide cosy settings in which to sit and relax, by yourself, with friends, or with your family.

Featuring 68 Individual Rooms

Single rooms come partially furnished with a bed, wardrobe, drawers, chair and desk. You are welcome to bring some smaller furniture items from home as well as other decorations to transform the space and make it your own. You are never far from enjoying time with other residents and friends in our tastefully designed lounge and communal areas.

About the role

As a Carer, you'll get to know your residents by supporting their choices, preferences and needs during your shifts. Multiple shifts available but candidate must be available for Night shift also.

Duties may include:

• Assistance with a wide range of Person-Centered care in accordance with care plans
• Assistance with medication
• Simple wound dressing
• Assistance with activities under supervision
• Working with each resident to continue to do the things they love

Skills & experience

• Previous experience as a Carer is preferred
• Transferrable skills in providing care and compassion to others
• Certificate III in Individual Support is desirable or a willingness to obtain
• Experience working with residents living with Dementia will be highly regarded

Culture

People enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help.  With us you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference.  Our 4000 staff are our most important resource, and we take you and your career seriously.  We want to provide you with a working environment and culture that supports you in your career journey and growth.

Benefits

• Salary packaging- increasing your take home pay
• Meal and entertainment card
  
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Access to Medibank Discounts
• Access to in-house and online training programs
• Supportive, positive team environment
• Access to family friendly benefits like our EAP and Flourish programs

Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks