Mala’la Health Service is seeking an experienced Aged/Disability Care Support Worker to provide personal, physical and emotional support to the Aged Care, NDIS and Community Clients who require assistance with daily tasks and assistance with culturally appropriate activities within the Aged Care Facility and the Maningrida Community.
The Mala’la Aged and Community Care Service aims to improve the quality of life for our Aged Care clients and clients with disability.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and support services to Residential and Community Clients as described in their Care Plans
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Provide reliable, timely and flexible services that are person centred and best meet the needs of the individual
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Problem solving issues with the individuals and the Support Worker team
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Ensure any documentation/reporting is completed objectively & in a timely manner
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Work with other team members to identify and address the needs and choices of Residents and Community Clients
NOTE: This is a Maningrida based full-time position. The successful applicant must be willing to relocate to Maningrida.
Remote living is not for everyone. Please consider this when applying.
*Applicants must have full working rights in Australia with no restrictions*
Salary & Entitlements
- Base rate $39.76 per hour plus applicable penalty rates
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12% Superannuation
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Fully subsidised shared accommodation provided
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7 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
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Ability to salary package up to $15,900 per annum, plus a further $2,650 per annum on Meals and Entertainment
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Travel FOIL allowance, Retention allowance and Relocation assistance available to eligible candidates
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Access to onsite training & education
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Work with a committed and passionate team
About Mala’la
Mala’la Health Service is a respected & accredited Aboriginal Corporation providing services to the seaside community of Maningrida (520 km east of Darwin), with a population of approximately 3,500 people. These services include Primary Health Care, Aged & Community Care, Family & Community Wellness, Drugs & Alcohol Services.
Essential Requirements
The role will see you working in a remote Aboriginal Community. All applicants must have an understanding of, and commitment to Aboriginal Community Control, self-determination, and the issues faced by Aboriginal people living in remote settings.
To apply, please ensure that you have the following:
- Full working rights in Australia with no restrictions
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Certificate III in Aged Care/Disability or Community Services
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Experience working in Aged Care and/or Disability sector
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An understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in remote communities
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Current NT Working with Children Clearance OCHRE card & National Police Certificate
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Current manual Driver Licence & First Aid Certificate
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Medication Administration Certificate/experience is desirable
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Strong advocacy and communication skills
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Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, on a rotating roster
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Ability to work autonomously, or in a team environment and with minimal supervision
Vaccination & Immunity Screening
Mala’la Health Service is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all staff and clients of our Health Care Centre. In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Guidelines, National Safety and Quality Health Care Service Standards, and other local policies, guidelines and procedures; we mandate that all staff abide by our Worker Immunisation Against Specific VPD Policy, which will be supplied to all successful candidates.
For more information regarding the Vaccination & Immunity Screening requirements, please contact: [email protected]
How to apply?
For more information and to apply, please contact Aileen Bell, Corporate Services Manager. Applications to be forwarded to [email protected]
Applicants may be required to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003
