Healthcare Worker - Penshurst Victoria

Healthcare Worker - Penshurst, Victoria

Permanent Part Time 56 hours per fortnight 

About us 

At Western District Health Service (WDHS) we pride ourselves on our strong teamwork and our shared commitment to providing person-centred high-quality healthcare to the Southern Grampians community.

The Greater Hamilton region is rich with lifestyle opportunities and facilities. Working for WDHS will enable you to pursue your profession, build your career and enjoy a great work/life balance.

You will work alongside experienced, passionate leadership peers who are true to our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy. 

About the role

We are seeking a Health Care Worker to join our enthusiastic team at Penshurst and District Health Service.

The successful applicant will provide high standard services that support and assist residents to maintain their independence wherever possible and to provide daily care using a person-centred approach in accordance with the resident's individual care plan. 

You will assist the Registered and Enrolled Nurses with resident care as directed, within the scope of practice, as well as support in the provision of a clean, comfortable, safe and secure environment.

Hours of work will include shift work, weekends and public holidays.

You will bring:

• Certificate III in Aged Care/ Individual Support
• Advanced communication skills including computer literacy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Person-centred approach

For more details take a look at our Position Description. 

Closing Date:                           Sunday 1 September 2024

Proposed Interview Date:       Wednesday 4 September 2024

The successful candidate must have or obtain a National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check Clearance, Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme check, and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. All employees must comply with WDHS vaccination requirements, including COVID and Booster shots. WDHS is a smoke-free workplace.

Western District Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer that has a commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and empowerment of Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander, their families and communities and encourages them to apply. This organisation promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally, linguistically diverse and aboriginal backgrounds and those with a disability.