This job is open for expressions of interest only

• A rewarding career with ability to give back to our community in a growing
  service sector
• Hands-on buddy shifts and induction training
• Opportunities to upskill, develop and progress within the organisation
• A dedicated leadership team to assist, guide and encourage you
• Strong focus on employee health and wellbeing with assistance programs
  available

Kirinari Community Serviceshave a fantastic opportunity for you to secure employment with a well-recognised, rapidly expanding and essential support service!

We welcome candidates with a variety of life experiences and believe in everyone's ability to grow and achieve their full potential.

Our growing Wagga Wagga team have PPTavailable for experienced Aged and Home Care Worker.

Kirinari is a well-regarded My Aged Care and Home Care services organisation that provides high levels of customer service in NSW and Victoria. Our core values guide our strong service delivery to enact positive change and choice in the lives of the clients we support.

About the Position

Our Kirinari Healthy Ageing services deliver quality in-home care supporting our customers to maintain well-being and independence in their own surroundings for as long as possible.

A typical day assisting our customers to live their best lives may include:

• Domestic assistance
• Assisted shopping/client appointments
• Meal preparation
• Social support and community engagement
• Assistance with personal care

Shifts will be shorter in duration with paid travel time between customers in a localised area, where possible. (km's travelled between customers also claimable)

About You:

• Available for shifts across Monday to Friday between 7am and 7pm (Some weekend and public holidays as required)
• Completed a minimum Certificate III in a health-related industry (Individual Support, Aged Care Community Services, Nursing etc.)
• Qualification in First Aid and CPR is highly regarded or willing to obtain
• Willingness to get physical and help with domestic work - Mopping, vacuuming, washing, general cleaning
• Genuine desire and ability to connect and develop a meaningful relationship
• Ability to obtain the NDIS Workers Screen Check prior to commencement
• Current Driver's License
• Full Comprehensive Car Insurance, or willing to obtain

Come Join Us!

To join our vibrant teams, please submit your application!

Applications close on 23 August or before. Due to the high volume of applications, the interview process may commence before the closing date.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Kirinari embrace Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) that promotes a diverse workforce and encourage applications from First Nations & Torres Strait Islander Peoples and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. People of all ages and abilities including people with lived experience or knowledge of disability are also encouraged to consider a career with us

NOT EVERYONE CAN DO THIS JOB. THE RIGHT PEOPLE CHANGE LIVES. Looking for meaningful work, a great team and a career with purpose?

Help people with disability build confidence, develop independence, develop connections and live the life they choose.

For this opportunity, previous community-based support experience is important. If you have the right experience, an open mind and a genuine commitment to person-centred support, we will help you continue building your skills and career.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Make a genuine difference every day
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive leaders who invest in your success
• Stable employment with a growing organisation
• Opportunities to progress into leadership roles
• Work with people who genuinely care
• Be part of a team changing lives across your community

This Isn't Your Typical Support Worker Role

As a Disability Support Worker in our Community Participation and Day Programs team, you'll help customers:

• Participate in shopping and community activities
• Travel to Bathurst and other agreed destinations
• Plan and prepare meals
• Explore art and creative activities
• Complete agreed domestic duties
• Build independence and practical life skills
• Develop confidence and community connections
• Support choice and control over everyday decisions

We use a therapeutic, person-centred approach that focuses on strengths, capability building and helping people achieve their full potential.

We're Looking For People Who Are

• Experience in community based support
• Open minded, respectful and non-judgemental
• Reliable and accountable
• Clear and effective communicatorsComfortable supporting persons with complex personal or family circustances
• Confident working independently while maintaining professional boundaries
• Adaptable and solutions focused
• Looking for a career, not just another job

This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys cooking, shopping, creative activities and supporting people to access their community.

You'll Need

• Previous experience providing disability or community based supports
• Current Driver Licence
• Willingness and ability to undertake community travel
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Working with Children Check (where applicable)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken English

Build More Than A Career

At Kirinari, we believe great support starts with great people.

That's why we invest in our teams through learning, development and career pathways that help you grow professionally while making a lasting impact in the lives of others.

Ready to make every day matter?

Applications close Friday 16th October at 5.00pm.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Kirinari embrace Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) that promotes a diverse workforce and encourage applications from First Nations & Torres Strait Islander Peoples and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. People of all ages and abilities including people with lived experience or knowledge of disability are also encouraged to consider a career with us.