HEALTH CARE WORKER - COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Fixed Term Part Time – 12 - 76 hours per fortnight

Available from 3^rd March 2025 to 30^th June 2025

We are looking for a Health Care Worker Grade 1 to join our supportive Community Aged Care Services team at Portland District Health.

As a Healthcare Worker – Community Support, you will provide high standard services that support and assist clients living at home to achieve maximum independence by meting daily living and personal requirements within their plan of care, with consideration of individual preferences.  The role will assist clients to maintain their independence wherever possible and to provide daily care requirements using a person-centred approach in accordance with the client’s individual care plans.  Must be available to work flexible ours Monday to Friday, including public holidays if required. 

About you:

• Capable of performing work within the scope of an unqualified Health Care Worker under supervision
• Previous experience as a Health Care Worker, desirable
• Certificate III in Aged Care/Individual Support, from an Australian registered training organisation or recognised equivalent qualification (or willingness to undertake training) 
• Current first aid certificate and CPR certification
• Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively and work effectively as part of multidisciplinary health care team.
• Person centred approach
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing environment
• Demonstrated understanding of the needs, issues, and sensitivities of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to focus on delivering friendly, courteous, and respectful service to patients and residents.

Please click here to view Position Description.

About us:
Portland District Health (PDH) provides an integrated health service for the community. The hospital was established in 1856 on the current site and now provides a comprehensive range of services that include:

•    Hospital based Medical and Surgical services, Medical Imaging (Radiology), Pharmacy and Pathology
•    A 24/7 Urgent Care Centre for emergency treatment
•    Residential aged care for 30 residents at Harbourside Lodge
•    An extensive range of primary and community services for the local community

PDH delivers services from a single campus, employs around 470 staff with an FTE of approximately 290, and has an active volunteer workforce. The People and Culture Unit sits within the Corporate Services Directorate, with other Units including Finance, Building Services, Food Services, Environmental Services, Executive Support, Administration and Health Information.

Additional Benefits:

•    Salary Packaging
•    Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
•    Social Club
•    Free parking
•    GMHBA health insurance corporate rate
•    Flexible working conditions
•    Employee Assistance program
•    Wellbeing Initiatives

The Region – Glenelg Shire:
Appreciate the beautiful surroundings of the Glenelg Shire, trek the Great South West Walk, Bridgewater Bay’s rugged coastline, or explore Budj Bim (a World Heritage site) and Mount Richmond National Park.
Affordable coastal, rural and low density urban housing, a choice or private and public primary and secondary school makes Portland an ideal place to work, live and raise a family.
To find out more about Portland visit the Glenelg Shire and I Am Portland websites.

How to apply:
Applications are through PDH website and must include:

•    A letter which tells us who you are and why you should be our next team member. Look at the selection criteria in the position description for some ideas.
•    A resume outlining your education, experience and work related achievements. Confirmation your employment and experience have set you up with skills needed to be successful in this role. 
•    Details of at least two professional referees. We will be asking them questions about you as an employee, they need to be able to provide feedback on your performance.

 
Applications from employment agencies may be submitted, however, PDH will not accept liability for the agency costs and fees. 

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

•    Police Record Check
•    Current Victorian Working with Children's' check
•    Right to work in Australia
•    Current Immunisation status.  This role must meet the requirements of the Portland District Health Immunisation Policy.

Proposed interviews will take place on receipt of suitable applications. 

Portland District Health encourage and welcome applications from First Nation People, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.