Health Care Worker - Allawah

Health Care Worker

Casual and Part-time positions available.

Work while you learn. Join today, and commence working and be supported to study your CERT IV in Aged Care, and commence your journey today.

Health Care Workers (HCW) are responsible for supporting healthcare professionals in delivering patient care, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and ensuring the well-being of patients. They work under the supervision of registered nurses, physicians, or other healthcare providers.

Yarrawonga Health is seeking exceptional Health Care Workers to join our team in Allawah. If you are a caring individual with good interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in assisting in the care of residents this is the perfect job for you! A HCW plays a crucial role in providing healthcare services to patients, assisting healthcare professionals, and contributing to the overall functioning of a healthcare facility.

Working in Allawah Residential Aged Care, you will utilise a person-centred care approach to the provision of the physical and emotional needs of residents/clients. You will participate in their total care and orientate to their individual needs to enable them to live a meaningful life and maintain their self-respect.

All clinical staff work all shifts across the 24 hour day and at 7 days of the week, inclusive of public holidays.

Classification will be based on qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
• Monitor and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
• Assist with the implementation of care plans under the direction of healthcare professionals.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
• Record observations and report any changes in patient condition to the healthcare team.

Communication:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare team members.
• Relay important information to the supervising healthcare professional.

Infection Control:

• Adhere to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infections within the healthcare facility.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.

Safety:

• Follow safety protocols to ensure the well-being of both patients and staff.
• Identify and report any safety hazards in the healthcare facility

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Health Care Worker
• A Certificate III or IV as relevant to a Health Care Worker (Aged Care) or working towards, would be well regarded. If you do not hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), this course must be commenced within 6 months of employment.

Skills and Abilities:

• Compassion and empathy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Physical stamina and the ability to perform tasks that may require lifting and manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols and procedures.

About Us

Allawah Memory Support unit provides specialist accommodation with dementia-specific care that is flexible and meets individual resident needs. Due to the many different types of cognitive impairments and the ever-changing nature of these conditions as they progress, we recognise that every individual, their history, current circumstances and relationships are unique, and we understand that a “one size fits all’ set of care practices is not always appropriate. We celebrate the uniqueness of individuals and their contributions to the diversity of Allawah. Residents are supported to be independent by enabling their choices & focusing on their strengths and abilities.

Will you join us? Yarrawonga Health is progressive and innovative health service. With your skills and experience, you will deliver safe, reliable and responsive patient care. Better yet, it is also a great career move as you join a thriving organisation guided by its mission to provide and improve sustainable health and education services for our communities in partnership with them.

Situated on the heart of the Murray River, Yarrawonga Health provides acute, surgical, community and aged care support for the region. We're only a few hours from Melbourne and you'll be enjoying all the region has to offer - from wineries and snow fields to water and boating activities on the Murray River, you'll never be bored!

More Information:

For more information regarding the role contact: Sally Arthur, Acting Operational Director Aged Care Services by email Sally.Arthur@yh.org.au

All employment with Yarrawonga Health is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Victorian 'Employee' Working with Children's Check.

YH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and follows Equal Employment Opportunity Principles. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

All healthcare workers are required to have mandatory COVID-19 vaccination and evidence of vaccination will be required prior to commencement.

Application Process:

All applications are to be submitted via Yarrawonga Health's website Yarrawonga Health Careers.

Please submit your application including a cover letter, resume, and responses to the key selection criteria found in the position description.

Please refer to the attached position description for full details of the role.

Applications close midnight Sunday 28th April 2024.

*Interviews may be conducted prior to closing date.