Join us for an exciting opportunity as we seek an experienced individual to cover maternity leave commencing July 2024, in the role of part-time Social Care Assistant.

About Respect: As a proud not for profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect.

About the position: The Social Care Assistant is responsible for facilitating a range of individual, group and community based lifestyle activities according to residents’ individual physical, social, cultural and spiritual needs and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Document social profiles of new residents and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of social care plans.
• Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of 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 appropriate delegation and support for volunteers.

Essential:

• Certificate III or IV Qualification in aged care or similar discipline.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Has empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the residents from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the elderly and their families, employees and visitors.
• Experience in the aged care sector, especially as a Social Care Assistant or Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant.

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

• Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
• A healthy and positive workplace culture.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.

Embark on an exciting opportunity with us as we seek two dynamic individuals to join our team at Wellington Views, Tasmania, in the role of casual Social Care Assistants.

About the position:
The Social Care Assistant is responsible for facilitating a range of individual, group and community based lifestyle activities according to residents’ individual physical, social, cultural and spiritual needs and preferences.

About Respect:
Respect Group Limited is a rapidly growing, not-for-profit, progressive, and purpose-driven aged care and retirement living provider that operates across Tasmania, Victoria, and New South Wales. Respect is known for the great care we provide to our clients and the supportive and respectful working environment for our employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Document social profiles of new residents and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of social care plans.
• Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of 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 in the recruitment, appropriate delegation and support for volunteers.
• Any other task not defined but within the employees skills, as directed by the organisation.

Essential:

• Certificate III or IV Qualification in aged care or similar discipline.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).

Desirable: 

• Has empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the residents from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the elderly and their families, employees and visitors.
  

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
• Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
• A healthy and positive workplace culture.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.

Do you have a genuine passion for enriching the lives of others? We're on the lookout for dedicated individuals to become integral members of our team as Food Service Assistants at Coroneagh Park in Penguin. This role offers excellent opportunities for part-time and casual positions, primarily covering afternoon and evening shifts, concluding at 7pm.

Who we are:
Respect is a rapidly expanding, not-for-profit organisation with a progressive and purpose-driven approach to aged care and retirement living. We have a presence in Tasmania, New South Wales, and Victoria. Respect is renowned for the exceptional care we offer to our residents and the supportive, respectful work environment we provide for our staff.

The Position:
Under the direction of the Chef/Cook, the Food Services Assistant is responsible to contribute to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Food Safety Program (FSP); and the provision of a variety of quality food and beverages to meet the resident’s individual needs and preferences.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning to meet the resident’s needs and preferences.
• Preparation, serving, presentation and delivery of food and refreshments in accordance with the FSP.
• General cleaning in accordance with the FSP.
• Assist with the monitoring and recording requirements of the FSP. Examples include recording temperatures and receipting goods.
• Ensures the friendly and timely delivery of meals and refreshments to all residents.
• Participates in the ongoing quality review of the FSP.
• Report any concerns/difficulties experienced with care recipients in relation to food and beverages to the Registered Nurse In Charge.
• Any other task not defined but within the employees skills, as directed by the organisation.

Essential:

• Food Handling Course.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Experience in residential aged care food services.
• Experience in hospitality or catering.

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
• Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
• A healthy and positive workplace culture.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.