Care Assistants -Newcastle/Lake Macquarie

The Opportunity:  Newcastle Anglican are seeking Care Assistants at our Aged Care facilities in Newcastle & Lake Macquarie . You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing excellent care to seniors in our residential aged care homes. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic individual looking to gain further experience in a great team environment. You will have the opportunity to make every moment matter by bringing respect, compassion, integrity and enhancing the wellbeing of our residents and consumers. Shifts available:  Afternoon & Nights availableBooragul  Toronto  Merewether   Gloucester  Why Work for us? Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits: Competitive hourly rate of up to $30.88 p/hUp to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schoolsRefer A Friend bonusesSalary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)Discounted private health insurance through MedibankCareer and development opportunities – we want you to flourish!Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport ProgramFree access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave. Role & Responsibilities:   Actively promote Anglican Care’s positive culture through interactions with residents, staff and their familiesConsistent delivery of person centered care to residents in our facilitiesObserve confidentiality matters at all times associated with documentation and communicationsAbide by Aged Care StandardsWork as an effective team member About you? Certificate III/IV in Individual SupportCurrent First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement) or willing to obtainAn ability to work effectively as an individual and within a teamEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to accurately document residents care/progressWho we are?Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au     You must have the right to work in AustraliaNo third party applications please 30 AUD Booragul 2284