Total 44 hr assistant job vacancies in Penguin, Tasmania

We're currently hiring Food Services Assistants for immediate start in casual and permanent part time positions at Respect Eliza Purton.

About us: 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. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

About the Role: 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:

• 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.
• Report any concerns/difficulties experienced with care recipients in relation to food and beverages to the Registered Nurse In Charge

Essential: 

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

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.

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.

Our purpose: To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:

• Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity
• Care -  Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
• Teamwork -  Encourage, cooperate, and build trust
• Courage -  Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
• Integrity -  Be open, honest, and trustworthy
• Innovation -  Think differently to solve problems
• Excellence -  Drive quality to continuously improve

We are currently seeking experienced and motivated Home Care Assistants to join our Home Care business on permanent part time and casual basis. The position is in Burnie and surrounding areas.

Join the 100-year old Respect business at a time of expansion – we have new clients joining us every week. You will form part of a collaborative, agile team with a refreshing approach and culture, as we strive to support our clients to ‘live life as they choose’.

About us

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 well-lived life, with dignity and respect.

Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

About the role

The Home Care Assistant delivers individual, personalised care and assistance to clients so that they may continue to live in their home and focus on their quality of life. The Home Care Assistant’s responsibilities may include; monitoring and communicating client condition, transportation, house cleaning, personal hygiene, meal preparation and other health and wellness related activities.

As a Home Care Assistant, you will demonstrate a commitment to best practice care and ensure that all in-home care is provided in a personalised, caring and respectful way in accordance with Respect’s policy and procedures and aligned to the client care plans, goals and health outcomes.

To be successful in the role, applicants will need to demonstrate:

• A genuine passion to make a difference in aged care community services
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Respect for all, regardless of background, gender, age, religion, race, or sexual orientation
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing and computer skills.
• A flexible approach – we flex with you
• Confident using electronic communication and applications – We keep you up to date with information and work with you to learn the systems
• COVID vaccination – a must have in the Home Care industry
• Valid CPR and First Aid
• Certificate III in Ageing, Certificate III in Individual Support or similar qualification
• Full driver’s license and suitable transportation.
• Ability to provide client transportation
• Available on Monday to Friday, and occasionally on weekends.
• Possibility to work later shifts (until 8:00 p.m.)

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and conditions, not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Opportunity to build a career that promotes within – a ‘People first’ culture
• Paid travel time and kilometers
• Proactive learning & development plus paid training and induction – your training hours paid
• Flexible work arrangements and have a genuine opportunity to make a positive impact on the community

Our purpose:

To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:

Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity

Care - Look after and protect the elderly, and each other

Teamwork - Encourage, cooperate, and build trust

Courage - Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult

Integrity - Be open, honest, and trustworthy

Innovation - Think differently to solve problems

Excellence - Drive quality to continuously improve

Join our compassionate care team at Respect Mt St Vincent, as an experienced Personal Care Assistant, this is a permanent part time position working 48 hours pert fortnight for night duty.

The Organisation: 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. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

The Position: The Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing competent personal care, support and assistance to all residents under the direction and guidance of the senior clinical team.

Key Duties:

• Provide personal care to assist residents to maintain independence and dignity with respect to activities of daily living and lifestyle.
• Attend to meal delivery and refreshments as required.
• Record observations on relevant assessment charts and documents any observed exceptions to the care plan in the progress notes; and reports such to the EN/RN.
• Check residents daily menu requirements.
• Attend to duties as allocated and or delegated by the RN/EN, including general ward duties

Essential:

• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Relevant Certificate III Qualification.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in residential aged care.
• Must be available for night shift

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.

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

We're on the lookout for a dynamic Administration Assistant to add flair to our vibrant workplace. The position is a casual role based at our Wellington Views aged care home in Hobart, Tasmania.

Who we are:
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.

Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

About the Role:
The Administration Assistant provides general administrative support to both the General Manager and the facility. The position has direct responsibility for managing general office administration, reception, rostering, and associated support services. The Administration Assistant is responsible for liaising with employees, contractors, volunteers, visitors, residents, and their families at the facility.

Administration & Operational Key Duties:

• Provide a customer-focused reception service for the facility and promptly respond to or direct enquiries.
• Provide general administrative support to the General Manager (and other managerial employees), and perform a range of administrative tasks including but not limited to typing, photocopying, filing, answering telephone enquiries and general office duties.
• Roster employees using Time Target in accordance with the facility’s staffing requirements.
• Review timesheets against the roster as required by the General Manager.
• Source and roster replacement staff in the event of illness or unexpected absenteeism.
• Ensure timely response to all enquiries, and refer any compliment or complaint to the General Manager.
• Manage and order office and other general facility supplies to ensure efficient delivery of administrative services to the facility and residents.
• Develop reports and take accurate minutes of meetings as required.
• Arrange distribution of the facility resident newsletter as required.
• Maintain the key register and organise individuals to sign the required forms in relation to allocated keys.
• Collect mail each morning and distribute to staff and residents.
• Ensure outgoing mail is dispatched by the end of each working day.
• Manage and maintain facility evacuation kits.
• Any other task not defined but within the employee's skills, as directed by the organisation.

Essential:

• Minimum Certificate of Education or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience of office procedures.
• High-level customer service skills.
• Advanced computer and word processing skills.
• Cash handling and banking experience.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening or National Police Certificate as applicable at the facility (or ability to acquire).
• Recognised qualification (Cert III) in business administration.
• Experience in residential aged care administration.

Desirable:

• Experience in rostering/ sick leave and holiday roster management.

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.

What we can offer you:

• 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.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
• Discounted private health insurance.

Our purpose:

To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:
Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity
Care -  Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
Teamwork -  Encourage, cooperate, and build trust
Courage -  Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
Integrity -  Be open, honest, and trustworthy
Innovation -  Think differently to solve problems.
Excellence -  Drive quality to continuously improve.

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our aged care facility, where you'll provide essential support and companionship to our residents.

Who we are:
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.

Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

The position:

The Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing competent personal care, support and assistance to all residents under the direction and guidance of the senior clinical team.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care to assist residents to maintain independence and dignity with respect to activities of daily living and lifestyle.
• Attend to meal delivery and refreshments as required.
• Record observations on relevant assessment charts and documents any observed exceptions to the care plan in the progress notes; and reports such to the EN/RN.
• Check residents daily menu requirements.
• Attend to duties as allocated and or delegated by the RN/EN, including general ward duties.
• Any other task not defined but within the employees skills, as directed by the organisation.

Essential:

• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Relevant Certificate III Qualification.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in residential aged care.

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.

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• 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.

Our purpose:

To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:
Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity
Care -  Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
Teamwork -  Encourage, cooperate, and build trust
Courage -  Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
Integrity -  Be open, honest, and trustworthy
Innovation -  Think differently to solve problems.
Excellence -  Drive quality to continuously improve.