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UPA Aged Care Solutions

Orange, Blue Mountains & Central West NSW

Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)

Part time

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Care Service Employee - Residential Aged Care - Orange

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Care Service Employee to join our team at Ascott Gardens Hostel a homely and comfortable 78-bed residential aged care facility located in the heart of Orange. You will make a difference to our residents by facilitating positive health and well-being options for individuals, their families, and carers.

Duties will include (but not limited to): -

Provision of a wide range of Person-Centred Care duties

Assistance with medication (if you are assessed as medication competent) and wound dressing

Assistance in daily living activities

Working with each resident to continue to do the things they love

We are also willing to invest in training and offer you all the support you might need in order to succeed in your role.

In fulfilling the role, it is essential that you have: 

A Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support (or working towards)

The ability to provide a wide range of person-centred care duties

A desire and willingness to work with each resident to empower them to continue to do the things that they love

Care skills that are driven by compassion

Experience in Aged Care desirable

Current First Aid Certificate desirable

Excellent communication skills

Team player who is highly motivated

Availability to work various shifts across various days

At UPA you will benefit from:

Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)

Access to a Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments

Supportive and friendly work environment

Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available

Workplace education and support provided

Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

The Organisation

UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.??

Pre-employment screening

The successful applicant is required to meet the following criteria:

Applicants must have current and valid Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa) to be considered for this role.

Must be willing to undertake pre-employment checks which include but not limited to National Police Check, Reference Checks, Qualification and professional registration verification

Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy

Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant’s right to work in Australia.

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Contact the UPA Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au