Introduction Woden Community Service (WCS) is a for-purpose organisation that has been providing community-based services for over 50 years. Our vision of ‘A caring community where everyone belongs’ is achieved through our values of Inclusion, Compassion, Hope, Responsiveness, Integrity and Social Justice. We deliver services across the ACT covering children, families, young people and seniors including housing and mental health services. We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic Home Support Worker to provide domestic assistance, personal care, individual social and shopping support to older individuals to allow them to lead fulfilling lives and avoid premature need for aged care facilities. Description About the role Work alongside our clients to enable them to achieve their goals in line with their individual service goals. Work alongside clients to maximise their independence, self-esteem and confidence using a person-centred approach. Assist clients in their shopping and other daily needs. Provide personal care to clients to ensure hygiene and comfort. Domestic duties including cleaning and assisting clients in maintaining their residences. Experience and Qualifications Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support – Ageing. Relevant community sector-based knowledge. Good interpersonal skills to communicate clearly with service users to provide sensitive and appropriate support to people who are ageing and/or have a disability. Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and build and maintain sound relationships with individuals, carers and families based on mutual respect and trust. Demonstrated understanding of professional boundaries, privacy and confidentiality . Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision. Current driver’s license and access to a reliable, registered and comprehensive insured vehicle. Reliable, punctual and person-centred approach to work. First Aid Certificate. To be eligible for employment, you must have an active Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Card, working rights in Australia, and be willing to undertake background checks required for the position, including a National Police Check. To apply , please click on the “Apply” button below and submit your current resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential requirements of this role. The applications will not be accepted via email. Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found. For more information about WCS and services that we provide, including Children’s Services, Youth & Family, Community Development, Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health, Social Enterprise and Aged Care, please visit our website at www.wcs.org.au WCS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply. Skills And Experiences Why work with Woden Community Services? Salary packaging option up to $15,899 per Fringe Benefits Tax year, with an additional Meals and Entertainment package available up to $2,650 per Fringe Benefits Tax year. Discounted fees to use WCS Children’s Services Programs. 15 days paid personal leave per annum (pro rata) for full & part-time employees. 24/7 nationally recognised Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including 3 additional holistic service sessions. Ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment. Enjoy exclusive discounts and everyday savings on essentials at leading Australian retailers such as Woolworths and Coles, all through our Flare Benefits program. Paid additional wellbeing day per calendar year. Applications may close once suitable candidates have been selected, don’t delay get your application in today! For more information, please contact: WCSCareers@wcs.org.au OR Rajan.Manocha@wcs.org.au WCS s upports diversity and inclusion in all our workplaces. Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with a multicultural background, people who live with disability or members of the LGBTIQ community.
