29
January
Direct Care Worker
mecwacare - Melbourne, VIC
Voluntary, Charity & Social Work
Source: uWorkin
JOB DESCRIPTION
To apply for this role it is essential you possess the following: Certificate III/IV in Disability or Individual Support/Aged Care; A caring and reliable attitude; First Aid Level 2 Certificate; Current driver's licence and registered vehicle. The following skills and experiences are desirable but not essential: Experience in community based care; Current WWC Card. mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation with a reputation for excellence. We have provided care to the Victorian community since 1959, offering residential aged care, home care packages, respite care, in-home support, community housing, community programs, disability and nursing services. We provide optimal choice for people of all ages, irrespective of financial, religious, cultural or lifestyle background. mecwacare cares for more than 16,500 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria through a highly-integrated service network operated by more than 2,000 employees and 500 volunteers. Our staff are culturally and linguistically diverse, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 98 languages. Our organisation believes in responding to the changing needs of the community and actively encourages and supports continuous improvement, innovation and safe service delivery. mecwacare offers opportunities for professional development, with an ongoing learning culture and supportive team environment. Benefit from our generous salary packaging options. All successful applicants will need to have and/or undergo a successful Police Check.