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Care Service Employee - Carer | Dubbo 496773 Dubbo, NSW, Australia, 2830 Casual Add To Favourites FavouriteCARE SERVICE EMPLOYEE | Casual | Kintyre Lodge DUBBO
Make a difference with us
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
About the role
BaptistCare Kintyre Lodge is seeking Carers to join their team on a casual basis. As a carer you'll get to know your residents and their needs and preferences during your shifts.
Duties may include:
- Assistance with a wide range of person-centered care in accordance with care plans
- Assistance with medication
- Simple wound dressing
- Assistance with activities under supervision
- Working with each resident to continue to do the things they love
Skills & experience
- Transferable skills in providing care and compassion to others
- Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent (desirable)
- OR willing to complete Certificate- Traineeships on offer to eligible candidates
- We encourage Nursing students to apply
About Kintyre Lodge
Located in the vibrant regional city of Dubbo, BaptistCare Kintyre Lodge is a welcoming, homely aged care home, offering 81 single bedrooms.
The Lodge, which is located next to BaptistCare Kintyre Retirement Village, offers 24-hour care and support to residents, catering to all needs and requirements - including residential respite. The home also features a specialised Memory Care Wing for residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
Our lifestyle team at Kintyre Lodge run a fun and stimulating leisure activities program which includes bingo, exercise classes, craft, games, and outings, with the option for residents to participate as much or as little as they like.
All meals are cooked fresh onsite by our professional catering team, with a variety of nutritionally balanced menu options available each day.
Our Culture
People enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help. With us you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference. Our 4000 staff are our most important resource and we take you and your career seriously. We want to provide you with a working environment and culture that supports you in your career journey and growth.
Benefits
- Salary Packaging + meal and entertainment card
- Access to in-house and online training programs
- Supportive, positive team environment
- Real opportunities for career growth
- Access to family friendly benefits like our wellness programs
If you’re reliable, motivated and passionate about caring for older people, we would love to hear from you
Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks