Casual Social Care Assistant

About the role

Respect, Australia's largest aged care provider, is looking for a casual Social Care Assistant at Jallarah Homes. The role is flexible, with availability spread across a range of days, supporting resident activities and engagement. You will deliver individual, group and community-based activities tailored to residents' physical, social, cultural and spiritual needs.

Key responsibilities

• Document social profiles of new residents and help develop, implement and evaluate social care plans.
• Take part in planning, running and evaluating the activities program.
• Maintain resources for the activities program.
• Prepare newsletters, activity notices and other correspondence for residents and other representatives.
• Assist the General Manager with recruitment, delegation and support for volunteers.
• Carry out other tasks within your skills as directed by the organisation.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience establishing and coordinating a social care or activities program.
• Enthusiastic, innovative approach to developing social care activities.
• Good customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Required skills

• Information management systems, including care planning, notes and emails.

What we offer

• A friendly, supportive workplace and meaningful work.
• Opportunities to build a long-term career in aged care.
• Salary package with up to $15,900 for living expenses and an additional $2,650 for meals and holiday accommodation.