***Assistant in Nursing*** DO YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR HELPING OTHERS? DO YOU ENJOY WORKING WITH THE FRAIL AGED? DO YOU WANT A WORK-LIFE BALANCE? IF YOU ANSWERED “YES” TO THE ABOVE QUESTIONS, THEN CONSIDER A CAREER WITH CHESALON. ANGLICARE is committed to addressing spiritual, emptional, quality and physical needs within the community. As part of ANGLICARE, Chesalon Care Woonona provides quality residential aged care accommodation for up to 60 residents. Located 15 minutes north of Wollongong in the Illawarra, this aged care home is committed to providing holistic care to our residents and includes a 10-bed dementia-specific unit. We are currently seeking reliable, motivated and passionate Assistants in Nursing to join our team on a casual basis! You will have the opportunity to work for one of Australia’s largest Christian organisations in the not-for-profit sector and challenge yourself within the Aged Care industry. In addition, you will receive ongoing support within a growing organisation, flexible working conditions and a competitive remuneration package. THE ROLE In this role you will: • Be involved in providing life enriching care that values and supports individual residents and their preferences. • Work closely with residents’ family members and carers. • Participate and contribute in the development of a collaborative team which is focused on residents needs. • Be mentored and supported by a Registered Nurse. THE SHIFTS There are various shifts available all days of the week. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA To be considered for a position at Chesalon Care it is essential that you have: • The empathy required to deliver the highest quality of care • The commitment to teamwork within a multidisciplinary environment • A high degree of reliability and punctuality • The ability to communicate effectively. • The ability to support and promote the Christian mission and values of ANGLICARE It is not essential, but desirable that you have: • A Certificate III in Aged Care • A current First Aid Certificate • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in an aged care environment BENEFITS • Above award pay rates • A variety of shifts to suit your lifestyle • Access to further training and development • Uniform provided free of charge • Tax-free benefits for permanent staff • State of the art facilities Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Police Check prior to the commencement of work and provide evidence of their right to work in Australia. HOW TO APPLY To apply, click on the “apply” link below and send a copy of your resume with a covering letter addressing the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the above advertisement. For further information please contact Krizzia Tiga on 02 9895 8191. ANGLICARE is an EEO employer and is committed to the vision “Lives changing and communities growing by care through Jesus Christ.”
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