October 10, 2024

Alzheimers QLD

Queanbeyan

OTHER & PART TIME

Community Support Assistant NSW - Queanbeyan

Reference: 6677849

Dementia and Aged Care Services (DACS) are an established provider of Community Care Services in Queanbeyan NSW. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored care to enhance the quality of life for our clients and their families. Our ultimate goal is to support clients to remain at home and engaged in their local community.
We are seeking Community Support Assistants to assist clients to enjoy fulfilling and engaged lives beyond a diagnosis or health conditions. The CSA supports the clients in every aspect to stay socially active, pursue hobbies and continue to lead valued lives. Additionally, with reablement and wellness approaches clients are supported with their personal care tasks and domestic activities. We aim to make real change to a person's life and make growing old a positive experience for all Australian's, through our healthy ageing initiatives.
The Role
We are looking for Community Support Assistants based within and around Queanbeyan NSW. We are looking for candidates with the confidence and ability to work autonomously and travel to client's homes in and around their local community. You should be open to providing client services from Monday to Friday, between 7 AM and 6 PM, with a range of morning and afternoon shifts available. Candidates can expect to work 15 to 20 hours per week.
About You

Knowledge of personal and domestic cares, continence management, medication prompts, sound approach to challenging behaviours, manual handling and social support in an aged/disability or community care setting
Exceptional communication skills to support client engagement & independence
Ability to time manage your workload
Enthusiastic & passionate about providing a caring quality service for the elderly
Well presented with a positive attitude
Model team qualities such as respect, helpfulness, cooperation & support
Sound knowledge of people with dementia
Ability to provide written progress reports

Qualifications

Relevant Cert III minimum qualification in Aged/Disability or Community Care (or working towards)
Current National Police Check
First Aid & CPR Certificate (willingness to obtain)
Drivers Licence & own Car
Comprehensive Insurance
Smart Phone

Culture & Benefits

Casual opportunities with lots of hours available.
The opportunity to work within a new team of passionate & dedicated professionals
Competitive remuneration package on offer including access to salary sacrifice for the Not-For-Profit sector
Ongoing training & professional development opportunities

Dementia and Aged Care Services (DACS NSW) is a division of Alzheimer's Qld. We believe that positive and meaningful life experiences are important no matter what stage of life you are at, with or without a diagnosis of dementia.

Applications Close: 15 Nov 2024