Uniting Wontama in Orange is seeking a Full Time Homemaker to join our team. Supporting the smooth operation of our household and leading a team to deliver resident-directed care.
• Full Time role • Join a supportive team environment • Opportunity to work for one of Australia’s leading aged care providers • If you are an Enrolled Nurse (EN) looking to transition into a Homemaker role, we would love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing in this role Our Uniting Household Model of Care empowers our residential care teams with the freedom to support residents in ways that help them maintain a sense of meaning and purpose in their day. Care Worker teams in each of our households are led by a team leadership role that we call a Homemaker at Uniting. As a Homemaker, you’ll be responsible for supervising the smooth operations of a household. You’ll allocate work to team members based on resident choices and work to promote a cohesive and harmonious work environment.
Your primary responsibilities will include • Managing queries and feedback from residents and their families, your co-workers and other service providers • Monitoring equipment to ensure that it’s in safe working order and arranging maintenance and repairs when needed • Tracking supplies and consumables and re-ordering as needed in line with budgets • Assisting residents with daily living activities and personal care, always making their dignity and independence a top priority and • Working for the continuous improvement of our service to ensure it’s the best it can be, in line with Aged Care Accreditation Standards.
Who we’re looking for • Certificate IV in Aged Care or equivalent qualification. • Previous supervisory experience in aged or community care or equivalent experienced within a similar industry. • You’ll be adaptable, resourceful and able to live our values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness every day. • Experienced in using client/data management systems.
Non-Essential Qualifications (Highly Regarded) • Assist Clients with Medication (HLTHPS006) • Recognise Healthy Body Systems (HLTAP301B) • Provide Support to People Living with Dementia (CHCAGE005).
What We Offer You • A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation. • Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available. • Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts. • Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life. • A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment • A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career • Purchase of additional leave
Click here to learn more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting
Who is Uniting Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.
How to apply If this opportunity interests you, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply’ button in this ad, fill out your details and submit. We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.
What to expect Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, Pre-Employment screening and References.
