Monash Health is a great place to work Monash Health is Victoria’s largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare and service for people at every life stage. To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos: monashhealth.org/careers . About the Role We are seeking Direct Care Workers to join our Community Support Options Team at Monash Health.Our in-house Direct Care Workforce continues to expand in order to support older people to continue living at home. We welcome passionate and motivated applicants with excellent communication skills to apply. The role requires travel across the Casey Cardinia, Greater Dandenong, Kingston and Bayside communities. The service provision involves: Personal Care: assisting people with personal care needs Respite: providing carers with a break from their caring role Home Care: general house cleaning and meal preparation Transport: Taking clients to appointments and shopping There is a permanent part time position (up to 60 hours per fortnight) Monday to Friday, day shifts only and casual positions for relief work, peak periods, etc. About You: You are a suitably qualified and experienced Health Care Worker Dedicated to safe best practice & quality care Committed to delivering consumer centered care & consumer advocacy Enthusiastic, compassionate & able to work collaboratively Excellent at communicating with people Excited to contribute to quality initiatives in our relentless pursuit of excellence What You Need: Relevant Qualification - Certificate III ageing or Disability Support or equivalent Current level 2 First Aid certificate Current unrestricted drivers license Demonstrated experience in Aged Care Community sector is desirable but not essential; as we will train you Must have own vehicle including fully comprehensive vehicle insurance and road worthy certificate. Annual vehicle servicing history required thereafter Well developed time management and organisational skills Ability to work effectively in a remote and autonomous capacity What We Offer: Access to Monash Health in-house learning portals to further expand your skills & knowledge base Friendly and supportive culture Opportunity to experience various teams Ongoing regular supervision and professional development Working in a Covid safe delivery model of care Attractive hourly rates, travel costs reimbursed For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further,please call Ross Bracken on 0422 257 743. Position Description can be found here We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values. How to Apply Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’ Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. Applications close 17th January, 2025.