Company description

Right at Home is an international leader in the home care industry. We provide care for seniors and adults with disabilities who need assistance to maintain their independence. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve by providing the Right Care every time. We have a comprehensive portfolio of care services and the safety and well-being of our clients and carers is our utmost priority.

Job description

Right at Home Sydney Inner West is seeking qualified, reliable and passionate Personal Care Workers to join our team in Sydney Inner West from Carlingford to Strathfield/Burwood, including Homebush, Auburn, Lidcombe and surrounding suburbs. You will need to be friendly, positive, and determined to make a difference. You can demonstrate client-focused behaviour, showing empathy, and treating others with dignity and respect. You’ll be a natural relationship builder, honest, helpful, and dependable, making you a great asset to our team.

We are offering casual roles with a view to permanent part-time for suitable candidates.

This role will report to the care coordinator at Right at Home Sydney Inner West.

Responsibilities will include:

• Working within a person-centered, enabling environment that respects the rights and needs of each client;

• Assisting clients with personal hygiene, dressing, and domestic duties;

• Assisting clients with daily errands, companionship, and support;

• Providing support with academic, social, or recreational activities;

• Preparing food, feeding clients, and administering medications;

• Observe, care and report any changes in the health and wellbeing of the client;

• Responding to emergency situations; and

• Working weekend and overnight shifts as rostered

ALL APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO REGISTER AND APPLY VIA OUR WEBSITE WWW.RIGHTATHOME.COM.AU UNDER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges

• Current National Police Check & Working with Children's Check

• Current First Aid & CPR certificates

• Current unrestricted driver’s licence

• Medication Assistance (desirable)

• A reliable, well-maintained vehicle

• Comprehensive car insurance

• Smart mobile phone

Medication Competency preferred

Experience working with aged and persons with a disability

Arabic speaking (desirable)