Total 2 job vacancies by Silverchain

When was the last time you made a difference in someone's life? 

It takes a special person to be a Care Worker and help the older members of our community to maintain their independence and wellbeing. We are looking for a person with at least 3 months experience in a similar professional role, to join the Silverchain team in the Canberra South Region.

What’s on offer 

• Guaranteed hours and shifts.
• Award rate $32.86 per hour + Super + Paid KM's 
• Employee benefits program + salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free each year 
• Accelerated learning programs to gain your professional qualifications (Cert 3) 
• Paid CPR and First Aid courses. 

What we’re looking for  

We are looking for people who: 

• Enjoy having variety in their day. 
• Are passionate about providing an excellent service. 
• Can build positive relationships with clients and their families. 
• Don’t sweat the small stuff. Sometimes your client will be having a bad day or traffic delays you, but you know not to take this personally and can shake it off before your next client. 
• Are comfortable working independently and finding solutions to everyday problems, knowing when to ask your manager for help.  

In addition, you will need: 

• A valid Australian Driver's Licence & your own insured, roadworthy vehicle 
• Experience of 3 months or more in a similar professional role, with experience in with personal care, manual handling, hoist training and medications. 

The role 

In the role of Care Worker you will be providing our aged care clients with home help services such as: 

• General housekeeping and making beds 
• Cleaning, mopping and vacuuming floors 
• Washing, folding and ironing laundry 
• Meal preparation and grocery shopping. 

You will also be providing our aged care clients with personal care services such as: 

• Getting clients out of bed, showered and dressed for the day 
• Assisting clients to take their medications 
• Assisting with mobility and therapy goals 
• Providing complex care for customers with high care needs, such as dementia  
• Providing social and emotional support  
• Providing the client with transport to lifestyle activities or appointments 
• Helping the family carer to have a break or an opportunity to do other things. 

Why choose Silverchain 

• Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It’s a team effort.   
• Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective.  
• We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility.   
• As a not for profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.  
• We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals. 

How to apply 

To submit your application, click ‘Apply’. 

At Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds. 

Prior to commencement, every preferred candidate must complete a Statutory Declaration, National Police check, Working Rights check and a pre-employment functional assessment. Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference to someone’s day and improve their quality of life? Tired of long days in the hospital or clinic?

Join a team where you can help older Australians stay safe, happy and healthy living in their own homes.  A Registered Nurse role at Silverchain can offer you the refreshing change you’ve been looking for.

What’s on offer

• Work independently in the community, with support from your team.
• Thursday from 7 am - 3pm 
• Enhance your clinical skills and support a diverse range of clients in their homes.
• Feel appreciated and valued by your clients.
• Be part of a hardworking, caring team who support each other.
• Competitive salary - with up to $18,550 tax-free salary packaging options.

What we’re looking for

To be considered for this role, you will need the following:

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in nursing.
• 2+ years post-graduate, with broad experience in general/community nursing.
• Current Registration with the AHPRA, with zero notations.
• Genuine interest in working in the community and with the aged population (experience an advantage).
• Compassion and enthusiasm, with a friendly approach.
• Strong experience in wound and catheter care, and chronic disease management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with families and other clinicians.
• Australian driver's licence.

The role

• Provide services such as wound, catheter, stoma and bowel care. Thursday in the Canberra Region. 
• Apply advanced clinical assessment skills for chronic disease management. 
• Administer medications and injections. 
• Perform an optimum standard of nursing care to our clients. 
• Use your exceptional clinical assessment, decision-making and problem-solving skills and abilities to provide an optimum standard of care to our clients. 

Why choose Silverchain

Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It’s a team effort.  Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective.

We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility.

As a not for profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home. 

We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.

How to apply

To submit your application, click ‘Apply’.

Prior to commencement, every preferred candidate must complete a National Police check, Work Rights check and confirm their COVID-19 vaccination status (although not mandatory it is highly recommended). You will also be required to undertake a functional fitness assessment.

At Silverchain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.

For more information contact our recruitment team at talent.khs@silverchain.org.au.

Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email.