Position Vacant at Carers ACT; Respite Care Assistant

Carers ACT is the recognised, expert voice with, and for carers while being
the major provider of carer services and supports in the ACT and Southern
Highlands Region. Our dedicated and skilled staff play an essential role in
developing the organisation's goals and priorities to meet our mission.

We are currently seeking a Respite Care Assistant with demonstrated
experience working with clients with a disability or dementia. This is a
vital role that allows carers to have a break to concentrate on their own
wellbeing and know that their cared for person is in a safe and happy
environment.

As part of Carers ACT services to support carers within the community we
operate two respite centres. 'The Cottage' located at Deakin providing low
care day and overnight for people with dementia. 'Fraser House' located in
Fraser provides low care day and overnight for people with disability. This
care is provided within a home like environment.

If you enjoy contributing to a positive work culture then why not become one
of our Respite Care Assistants. In this rewarding position you will assist
with the provision of day and overnight respite of social functions in this
home away from home environment. Ideally you will hold a qualification in
aged care and/or disability. You will be calm, confident and compassionate
with a genuine interest in helping others. You will also be reliable and
flexible with a 'can do' attitude and the ability to work various shifts
including weekends, evenings and overnight. All applicants must hold a
current senior first aid certificate, drivers licence and Working with
Vulnerable People Registration (WWVP). You will need to undergo registration
if you do not have this. Preferably you will also have a certificate in
disability, aged care or both.

Carers ACT offer a vibrant, collaborative and supportive work environment
with a commitment to ongoing professional development. We provide a
comprehensive orientation program and the opportunity for salary packaging.
As well as free parking!!

If you have a genuine interest in making a difference and developing your
skills in disability and dementia then we are keen to hear from you. For the
full position description please visit our website at
http://www.carersact.org.au/employment/current-vacancies. For any enquiries
or a confidential discussion, please contact our Director of Human
Resources, Shelley Honner on 02 6296 9900.

Apply now by sending your current resume with a covering letter summarising
how your skills and expertise will assist us to improve carers lives to
hr@carersact.org.au<mailto:hr@carersact.org.au>.