Day Care Assistant in York

Make a real difference in the lives of older people as a part-time (0.90FTE) Day Care Assistant in York, supporting meaningful activities that brighten each day. If you have a genuine passion for aged care and love bringing energy and compassion to your work, we would love to hear from you.

About The OPPORTUNITY

This position assists in the provision of a safe and stimulating environment for the customers of York Adult Day Centre respite care.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A strong commitment to working with the frail aged and younger people with disabilities
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Good organisational skills
• Eligible for / or in possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers licence or other specialised licence class

What We Offer

The Western Australian Country Health Service offers our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:

• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
• Professional Development opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds.

Area Profile

The Wheatbelt region spans 155,000 square kilometres, encompassing six Aboriginal lands and language groups. From Jurien Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in the East, Dalwallinu in the north, and Lake Grace in the south, the region offers extensive opportunities. Health services include emergency and inpatient care, outpatient medical, nursing, and allied health services, as well as cancer, renal, palliative, rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, public health, health promotion, and child, school, and community health services.

How to Apply:

Applicants are requested to apply online. Please provide the following information as part of your application:

• A CV that shows your experience relevant to this role
• A cover letter outlining your skills and abilities as they relate to the essential work-related requirements and what you will bring to the role
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager

Eligibility to Apply:

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions:

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future.

Diversity Statement

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

Subsequent Vacancies

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the health service.