Health Care Worker - Aged Care

Position Details Would you like to be part of an organisation with a strong focus on quality improvement and professional development? Casual opportunities exist for motivated individuals who enjoy caring for the elderly and are passionate about providing exceptional, person centred care to our Maddocks Gardens aged care residents. We would like to hear from personable individuals who demonstrate empathy and compassion and are excellent team players in a busy, multidisciplinary environment.The Position:In this role you will be committed to providing excellence in care to our frail, elderly residents of Maddocks Gardens ensuring a safe, secure and happy living environment. You will assist residents with activities of daily living whilst encouraging them to maximise their potential for independence and quality of life. A key requirement of this role is availability to work across 7 days a week and perform a variety of shifts. Opportunities to gain additional shifts covering team members leave are available. Shifts are remunerated accordingly, with penalty rates paid for afternoon and nightshifts, 50% loading on weekend shifts and % loading on public holidays. Why should you apply? A rewarding role within a supportive and professional environmentGenerous hourly rate plus 25% casual loadingWork at the largest employer and health care provider in East GippslandInspire, innovate and drive care for our local community Key selection criteria: A minimum of Certificate 3 in Aged Care or Individual SupportProven ability to provide a high level of person centred care in a proactive mannerEmpathy and compassion for the elderly with a willingness and ability to advocate for their best interestsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with a wide range of people, including co-workers, health professionals, residents and family membersGood organisational and planning skills with the ability to successfully prioritise tasks Interested? For more information please contact: Paul Rosenquist, Aged Care Manager on 03 An application closing date does not currently apply to this vacancy. Eligible candidates will be interviewed as applications are received and the position will close once all vacant hours are filled. To apply:Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now” below and are to include: Cover letterResume (including two recent referees)Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description) To see what great things are happening at BRHS go to our page and follow us on .For information on East Gippsland, visit In accordance with Victorian Public Health directions, all employees working in the Public Health system are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of full COVID19 vaccination prior to commencement.