Carer – Aged Care – Newcastle

About RSL LifeCare

RSL LifeCare is a leader in senior living, providing high quality retirement villages, aged care homes (nursing homes) and personal home care throughout NSW and the ACT. Proudly serving Australia for over 100 years, RSL LifeCare is a successful and growing not-for profit organisation which began as a haven for war veterans and today is open to all Australians.

Our vision is one of “Continuing in the ANZAC spirit” by developing supportive, dynamic retirement living communities and providing award-winning, innovative and personalised care for our clients and residents. We are passionate about supporting our residents and clients to live fulfilling lives and enable their sense of wellbeing and independence.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Carer to join the new residential care facility at Peter Badcoe VC House in Newcastle NSW.

About You

The ideal candidate for this role would be an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic person with a passion for the provision of high-quality services to Veterans and/or elderly Australians.

Selection Criteria

The essential selection criteria for the role includes:

To demonstrate an understanding of the needs of the aged person
To have a working knowledge of quality systems as they relate to the provision of care
To be able to accept direction and if necessary, correction and to work as a member of a team
Assist residents with all aspects of care and activities of daily living
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, relatives and all members of the care team
Demonstrate tolerance, patience and empathy with aged people
Demonstrate and appreciation and acceptance of different backgrounds and beliefs
Participate in continuing education both in work and out of work hours as requested and / or directed
To carry out the duties as described in the enclosed Duties List which may be changed from time to time to accommodate changes to our resident service needs.
Work within the level of personal ability, seeking assistance and guidance when and where necessary
Schedule work programs on routine and regular basis and develop resident care plans

Desirable selection criteria for the role includes:

Experience in caring for the aged within a residential setting
Certificate Level III (Aged Care Support Services or equivalent)

We offer:

A supportive environment committed to providing excellent care and services to our residents and clients
Salary packaging opportunities as a not for profit organisation
The opportunity to join an organisation that strives to make a genuine positive difference for our clients and residents, our people and our community
training anT development, and career progression

As part of the application process you will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check and must hold valid Australian work rights/ visa.

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