Improving the health of our community
Ararat Campus
Girdlestone St, Ararat 3377
Willaura Campus
Delacombe Way, Willaura 3379
Home Care Worker
We are seeking a qualified Home Care Worker to work in EGHS @ Home – Home Support. This position is up to full time.
About Us
East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships. We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services.
East Grampians Health Service (EGHS) Community Services aim to meet the needs of the community by offering a vast array of services to the community in Ararat and surrounding districts. We offer outpatient, outreach and domiciliary services. Our services include Allied Health, Dental, Community Nursing, Home Care Packages, Patricia Hinchey Centre and Home Care Services. These services support other clinical areas including our acute and residential aged care consumers. Our Community Health Centre also accommodates Maternal Child and Health Services and consultation rooms for visiting medical, surgical and clinical services.
What we Offer
- Regional Lifestyle – explore our region
- A variety of employee benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities
About the Role
You will assist clients to maintain their independence and provide ongoing domestic, personal and social support to people living in the community. In addition, you will support carers of people who are frail aged including people with dementia and people with a disability or mental health condition.
The role will incorporate travel to clients’ homes and various locations within the region involving but not limited to:
- Personal care, showering, dressing and cooking
- Domestic services; cleaning, grocery shopping and socialising
- Escort to medical appointments
- Assist with medications
About You
Our ideal candidates will:
- be caring and compassionate nature
- have a high level of attention to detail
- be committed to confidentiality and have a high level of integrity
- hold a Certificate III in Aged Care/Home and Community Care/Individual Support/Disability
- have a current First Aid Certificate and
- a current and valid driver’s licence
Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks).
For more information please contact Janelle Smith – Home Support Coordinator 5352 9556.
The Position Description can be viewed and downloaded by selecting ‘Position Description’ below.
To apply please select ‘Apply online’ and complete as requested.
Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach a cover letter stating your preferred hours of work and an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business 26 January 2025.
Eligibility and the Right to Work in Australia
(Right to work is a legal requirement for obtaining employment in Australia. Evidence of your right to work is usually provided by identity documents such as a Vias, an Australian or New Zealand Passport, Australian birth certificate, Australian citizenship certificate or confirmation of your permanent resident status.)