This position is available by invitation only . We kindly ask that candidates do not apply independently, as unsolicited applications will not be considered. BlueCare's Student Placement Program is a strategy to attract skilled workers in areas where we have workforce needs. We appreciate you taking the time to complete your details prior to the pre-screening process for a student placement at a BlueCare Service near you. Personal Carer | Blue Care | Service near you Employment Status: Permanent Part Time or Casual Positions available Location: Discussed based on your residence Remuneration: $36.32 p/hr Super Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Increases your take home pay) Penalties & Allowances Employee discounts Make a meaningful difference with BlueCare We’re looking for someone who wants to build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others - through small moments that leave big impacts. About the role: As a Personal Carer you’ll provide care to your clients living in our residential home, supporting their independence and improving their quality of life through activities that include: Daily living assistance including showering, personal hygiene, help at meal times and general mobility Providing care in accordance with their individualised Care Plan Supporting with community based recreational and social activities Role requirements: Certificate III Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability Support, or an equivalent qualification Experience with technology incl. smartphones, tablets, laptops etc Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies NDIS Workers Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain What makes a difference for you? The opportunity to be part of the second-largest Queensland employer who has been leading by example for more than 100 years. Joining our team, you’ll be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. We’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital. Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance Access to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the Salary Packaging Explained link A recognition and rewards platform , providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months’ service, in addition to the government scheme Diversity and inclusive leave , offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others Child safe, Child friendly UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will: provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur Diversity & Inclusion Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. Safe workplace We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.
