Aged Care Support Worker Trainee

About the role

Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation providing aged care and community programs to Aboriginal people in the Kimberley region. As an Aged Care Support Worker Trainee, you will earn a full salary while completing your Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) on the job, learning alongside experienced support workers who help older Aboriginal people stay strong, connected and living well in community.

Key responsibilities

• Help Elders with personal care, home support and social support
• Support Elders to take part in community, cultural and social activities
• Help run group and one-on-one activities
• Keep simple, accurate records of the support provided
• Learn on the job through regular mentoring and supervision

Required profile

• Genuine interest in caring for older people, with respect, patience and empathy
• Good communication skills, team-player attitude, reliability and punctuality
• Willingness to study and complete the Certificate III; basic computer skills (training provided)
• Current driver's licence
• Highly regarded: Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identification, knowledge of Broome and Kimberley communities, and any care, community or volunteer experience

What we offer

• Pay of $70,000 - $75,000 plus super while training
• Nationally recognised qualification earned on the job
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus meal and entertainment benefits
• $1,300 remote area allowance
• Up to 6 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% loading
• Free access to BRAMS GP, dental and allied health services for you and your family
• Paid study leave and financial support for professional development
• Employee assistance program
• No accommodation provided; candidates must arrange their own housing locally

Applicants must undergo child safety screening, police clearance, working with children check, pre-employment health declaration, influenza vaccination, safeguarding declaration, drivers licence and identity checks. Applications are submitted through SEEK, and shortlisting starts as soon as applications arrive.