Careers

At Life Without Barriers we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and so we ask that only Female applicants apply.

About the Organisation

Enhance the lives of older Australians by joining the Life Without Barriers team. Guided by every client’s individual needs and interests, our personalised in-home Aged Care services focus on empowering every person to maintain their home comforts, health, and connections within their community.

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers. Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About the Role

As an Aged Care Home & Community Assistant, you will be providing personalised support to older Australians who reside around Canberra & Surrounding Suburbs. We have Casual and Permanent Part Time opportunities available with short shifts, that are often back to back. Majority of work will be between 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday with no weekend or sleepover shifts. Some work outside of these hours may be required to meet the needs of our clients. You will provide a combination of domestic assistance, personal care and community access support to best meet the needs of the people we support.

We are looking for candidates that have at least three days of availability each week and that are happy to travel up to 45 minutes while working. You will be reimbursed .92c per kilometre travelled while you work.

Key Responsibilities

• Domestic assistance such as meal preparation and light house cleaning
• Community access to medical appointments and social activities
• Personal Care including grooming and showering
• Supporting with tasks and routines
• Build positive relationships with clients

Skills & Experience

• Passionate about making a positive impact in our ageing community
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability or similar) will be highly regarded
• An Australian Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle with minimum third-party insurance.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships
• A current First Aid and CPR Certificate (must be obtained prior to employment)

Successful candidates will be required to undertake relevant pre-employment checks to ensure the safety of our clients. This includes a National Criminal History Record Check and an Aged Care Statutory Declaration. We will discuss with and support you to meet these specified requirements as part of your recruitment and on boarding process if successful.

Benefits

• Work independently whilst supported by a dedicated leadership team
• Simple and easy to use technology to record your timesheets and kilometres
• Supported career development with opportunities to learn and take on new challenges
• Frameworks and policies in place providing you with clear guidelines and support
• Hourly pay rate from $31.64 per hour + Super +.92 cents per kilometre travelled while you are working
• Receive up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free through salary packaging benefits which means more money in your pocket
• Be paid for two full days to complete your induction
• Development and progression opportunities nationally

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts.  For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments contact jsrecruitment@lwb.org.au

Applications will close at midnight on Thursday 13^th February 2025.