Personal Carer

 
Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years' experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

Jacob's Court, Sinnamon Village are looking for Personal Carer to join their team. Jacob's Court has approximately 51 residents. The residents are looking for a personal carer who's capable of delivering Consumer Directed Care with a professional approach. The position is part time with a minimum of 40 hours per fortnight.

Key Responsibilities Include: 

1.     Align ones workplace behaviour in accordance with the principles, values and Mission of the organisation.

2.     To work as part of a team to provide catering, cleaning and personal care in a home like environment for residents, their family and friends.

3.     To assist residents to attain and maintain their optimum degree of independence, dignity, privacy and quality of life.

4.     To report to Nurse Manager, RN, and/or Supervisor.

5.     To recognise health and environmental hazards and be proactive in corrective action.

6.     To contribute to the assessment process of residents including documentation.

7.     To be an active participant in continuous quality improvement environment.             

8.     To participate in Workplace Health and Safety, infection control and training as required.

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au by 4pm, Friday 3rd May 2019. 

For more information, please contact Jean Yan j.yan@wmq.org.au 

 Why work with Wesley Mission Queensland:

 Working alongside people who love what they do

Above Award pay

Salary Packaging

Income Protection

Product Discounts

Travel Discounts

Access to discounted holiday units

Employee Assistance Program

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Groundsperson and Bus Driver

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years' experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

Rosemount Retirement Community is looking for a friendly, people orientated, all rounder with general maintenance, cleaning and driving skills.

This is a new role assisting the residents of our brand new retirement village.  Responsibilities include general maintenance, grounds, cleaning and driving our residents in the village bus.

Key Role Accountabilities:

1. Align one's workplace behaviour in accordance with Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision, Mission and Values.
2. Provide programmed cleaning for areas as per schedule and as required by the village manager.
3. Maintain external environment and provide general assistance around the site.
4. Maintain and facilitate waste management schedules for the site.
5. Provide general handyman/maintenance services.
6. Comply with any reasonable requests in relation to service provision.
7. Drive the village vehicle in a responsible, lawful, safe and courteous manner, being responsible for the safe loading, securing and unloading of passengers and the safe storage of equipment whilst maintaining a client-centred focus at all times.
8. Conduct safety checks of the vehicle, arrange regular servicing of the vehicle and refuel as required
9. Ensure that the vehicle is parked legally and safely and that it is locked at all times.
10. Attend scheduled mandatory training sessions as required.
11. Use chemicals in a safe and economic manner as directed by the village manager and or MSDS.
12. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and use equipment in a safe manner.
13. Follow all WMQ Work Health & Safety and Infection Control procedures and guidelines.
14. Maintain store areas in a clean and tidy state, with chemicals stored as per MSDS.
15. Participate as part of the Wheller on the Park Team, with due respect to resident's privacy, comfort and safety.

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au by 4pm, Friday 26th April 2019. 

For more information, please contact Joanne Thomason via email jthomason@wmq.org.au or phone (07) 3621 4558.

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Administration Officer (Primary Mental Health Services)

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years' experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

The Administration Officer works within a small team providing administrative support to the Mild-Moderate Primary Mental Health Service for Brisbane South region. This role is responsible for supporting day to day administrative functions of the team and analysing and reconciling data for onward payment for services provided to eligible and non-eligible clients of the program.

This role is Fixed Term, potentially 0.6 FTE or Full Time.

Key Responsibilities Include:

1. Align one's workplace behaviour in accordance with the WMQ Model of Care, the Wesley Charter and Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision, Mission and Values.
2. Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Program Manager and staff of the program as required.
3. Contribute to the ongoing development of the program including assistance with all administration and procedure development for new community based staff.
4. Monitor administration and building requirements of the Program and where established procedures do not exist, develop systems to meet changing needs using sound judgement and related skills.
5. Assist with the rollout, further development and administration of the rediCASE records management system, including providing support to subcontractors on program related system issues.
6. Analyse and reconcile data for accuracy prior to sending through to accounts for payment.
7. Facilitate and build effective and positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
8. Work effectively as part of the team including the Program Manager, Intake and Assessment Advisor/s and Community Connectors – acting as a support to the intake process where necessary.
9. Ensure all communication and interaction with customers is respectful, empathetic and reflects the WMQ values. Provide all individuals who contact the team (primarily by phone and email) with a positive experience.
10. Maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality through all interactions.

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au by 4pm, Tuesday 30th April 2019.  

For more information, please contact Vicki Hunt, Program Manager at vhunt@wmq.org.au or (07) 3717 7007

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Care Worker

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years' experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

Wesley Mission Queensland Community Care (WMQCC) aims to encourage and motivate our customers to enjoy life and maintain good health and well-being. The services we offer are designed to facilitate individual choice and maximise independence. Our program provides innovative community and home-based care and support services to a variety of customer's with individual and varying needs. This position will be providing direct support to customer's living in the community.

The role includes but is not limited to personal care (showering/dressing), continence support, assistance with meals, assistance with medications, domestic duties (laundry/housework/ironing/gardening), shopping, transport, in home respite, centre based respite care, overnight respite (including sleepovers), social support/activities, access to other relevant services and any other tasks as stated in the customer care plan. 

Key Responsibilities Include:

1.     Align one's workplace behaviour in accordance with the WMQ Charter, Values and Mission of the organisation.

2.     To work as part of a team to provide high quality care services and tasks as stated in the customer's care plan, and in accordance with WMQ's code of conduct and policies and procedures.

3.     To consult and/or give feedback to the appropriate Coordinator/Case Manager regarding each customer's changing needs or situations.

4.     To recognise and report health and environmental hazards in the customer's home – effecting customers, carers or the extended Team.  Further, to assist with corrective actions in consultation with the Coordinator.    

5.     To provide a customer focused service to customers and to work alongside their carer, families and others as outlined in the care plan and in accordance with WMQ Charter, code of conduct and policies and procedures.

6.     To record and submit daily tasks and timesheets accurately (i.e. in live time) via the ComCare system.

7.     To drive in a respectful, safe and professional manner in the course of duties ensuring any WMQ vehicles allocated are respected and maintained.

8.     To actively participate in performance management reviews, staff meetings, training, support visits and all continuous improvement initiatives.

9.     To be flexible and adaptable to changing schedules within your nominated hours.

10.   To work in accordance with the values and policies of Wesley Mission Queensland.  

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au.

Why work with Wesley Mission Queensland:

Working alongside people who love what they do

Above Award pay

Salary Packaging

Income Protection

Product Discounts

Travel Discounts

Access to discounted holiday units

Employee Assistance Program

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

SENIOR INTAKE AND ASSESSMENT ADVISER - PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES TEAM

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years' experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

The Senior Intake and Assessment Advisor works within a small team administering the Psychological Therapies Program for Brisbane South region. This role is responsible for overseeing and conducting the intake/triage, assessment and referral services for eligible and non-eligible clients of the program, including suicide prevention referrals.
The role is responsible for supporting the Program Manager as a senior member of the team, ensuring high quality service provision of intake, outreach and subcontracted staff to increase service access by targeted vulnerable and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations and actively seeking feedback on the quality of service provision.

The role is Full Time, Fixed Term.

Key Responsibilities Include:

1.Align one's workplace behaviour in accordance with the WMQ Model of Care, the Wesley Charter and Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision, Mission and Values.
2. Provide leadership to the intake team ensuring all individuals who contact the Psychological Therapies team (primarily by phone and email) have a positive experience and are serviced appropriately.
3. Undertake preliminary assessments of customers to determine their eligibility for the program and risk assessment including suicide risk screen.
4. Where customers are ineligible or at risk, provide warm referrals to other more suitable supports in the stepped care continuum.
5. Create and maintain accurate records of intake, assessment, referrals, feedback and any follow-up actions required.
6. Listen to and understand the needs of customers and use problem solving skills to work with them to identify any barriers to accessing therapy.
7. Manage a database of service providers, understanding their target client groups and provide warm referrals accordingly in line with KPI timelines.
8. Prepare and distribute resource and information packs (electronic and hard copy) to customers and service providers.
9. Facilitate and build effective and positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
10. Work effectively as part of the Psychological Therapies team including the Program Manager and Administration Officer and provide senior support to the team in the Program Manager's absence.
11. Undertake general administration and reporting tasks as required.
12. Ensure all communication and interaction with customers is respectful, empathetic and reflects the WMQ values.
13. Maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality through all interactions.
14. Record and action any complaints, compliments

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au by 4pm, Friday 26th April 2019.

For more information, please contact Vicki Hunt, Program Manager at v.hunt@wmq.org.au or (07) 3717 7007

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Workplace Coach

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years' experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

Dovetree are looking for a Workplace Coach 37.5 hours a fortnight who will be responsible for the provision of facility based orientations for new employees. As well as the coordination, facilitation and administration of relevant internal training activities to provide social and recreational programs to clients/ residents.

Role Accountabilities:

1.     Align personal leadership behaviour and ethical standards with Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision, Mission and Values.

2.     Undertake orientation of new employees in line with WMQ commencement requirements, acting as an initial point of contact to assist new employees familiarise in the workplace.

3.     Coordinate and facilitate internal training sessions for employees; coaching and supporting them to achieve defined learning objectives.  This may include confirmation of current skills as well as additional skill development as identified.

4.     Support and assist the facility managers to coordinate and execute the local training calendar.

5.     Oversee and maintain a central location for training materials including training guides, e-learning materials and other support materials.

6.     Assist in the monitoring of staff training and attendance; entering training records and data for record management purposes.

7.     Engage and involve fellow employees in the processes associated with auditing and SOPHIE observations.

8.     Act as a conduit between management and staff to assist in the communication of new changes and protocols within the homes.

9.     Under the direction of the facility manager, provide assistance in relation to accreditation modules as required.

10.   Involvement in the provision of support for resident's lifelong learning.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirements:

Essential:

1.     Demonstrated experience and capabilities in care practices aligned to the organisational processes.

2.     Demonstrated experience coordinating and delivering various training programs and workplace orientation.

3.     Certificate III in Aged care as well as Certified Eden Associate (or willingness to attain accreditation).

4.     Demonstrated experience as an Infection Control Representative or willingness to be trained to act in this role.

5.     Sound knowledge of the principles of work health and safety, including experience acting as a WMQ Emergency Warden and/or Work Health and Safety Representative or willingness to be trained and act in/work alongside these functions.

6.     Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise, encourage, engage, actively listen and support various stakeholders at all levels, to achieve outcomes, particularly in relation to ensuring compliance with  legal and mandatory training requirements for staff.

7.     Sound organisational, time management and problem solving skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to change.

8.     Commitment and enthusiasm to the professional development of self and others, including the ability to develop and foster an understanding, commitment and enthusiasm to the principles of continuous improvement, person centred care and the Eden philosophy.

9.     Solid computer skills, preferably including the ability to effectively utilise MS Office and related applications for data entry and record management purposes.

10.  Demonstrated compassion and respect for residents, colleagues, and visitors.

11.  Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the principle of confidentiality.

12.  Relevant key personnel and probity checks required by legislation and WMQ policy.

Desirable:

1.   Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au by 4pm, Tuesday 23rd April 2019.

Why work with Wesley Mission Queensland:

 Working alongside people who love what they do

Above Award pay

Salary Packaging

Income Protection

Product Discounts

Travel Discounts

Access to discounted holiday units

Employee Assistance Program

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Personal Carer

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years’ experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Align one’s workplace behaviour in accordance with the Principles, Values and Mission of the organisation.
• Work as part of a team to provide an integrated service to meet each resident’s individual needs.
• Support residents with all aspects of daily living, including but not restricted to, personal care, associated light domestic duties, hospitality services and social/community participation.
• Support residents to attain and maintain their optimum degree of independence and quality of life.
• Provide residents with a physically and emotionally secure environment and promote their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual well being.
• Other relevant duties as directed.
• To participate in Work Health and Safety, infection control and training as required.
• Work within the Human Services Quality Framework.
• Recognise health and environmental hazards in the work place and assist with corrective action.
• Be an active participant in a continuous quality improvement environment.
• Adhere to Wesley Mission Queensland’s policies and procedures and Code of Conduct.
  
  

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au by 4pm, on the closing date.

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all. We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity. We are a preferred employer for older workers. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct. Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant. To view our Privacy Policy, please click here. Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Personal Carer

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years' experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

Seeking Personal Carers at our Parkview (Wheller Gardens - Chermside) location

Key Responsibilities Include: 

1. Align ones workplace behaviour in accordance with the principles, values and Mission of the organisation.
2. To work as part of a team to provide catering, cleaning and personal care in a home like environment for residents, their family and friends.
3. To assist residents to attain and maintain their optimum degree of independence, dignity, privacy and quality of life.
4. To report to Nurse Manager, RN, and/or Supervisor.
5. To recognise health and environmental hazards and be proactive in corrective action.
6. To contribute to the assessment process of residents including documentation.
7. To be an active participant in continuous quality improvement environment.             
8. To participate in Workplace Health and Safety, infection control and training as required.

(Internal Applicants) To Apply Now log into MyRecruitment using with your WMQ email or via the WMQ network. For more information, please email Jane Suller via J.Suller@wmq.org.au. 

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au.

Why work with Wesley Mission Queensland:

 Working alongside people who love what they do

Above Award pay

Packaging

Income Protection

Product Discounts

Travel Discounts

Access to discounted holiday units

Employee Assistance Program

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Care Workers - Brisbane Northside

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 65 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year. As a not-for-profit organisation with over 100 years’ experience in delivering aged care, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

WMQ’s Community Care Program is seeking suitably qualified and experienced Care Workers to join their team on a casual basis (with the view of becoming permanent). We require full availability with flexibility to work shifts between 6:00am - 9:00pm. The successful applicants will be able to work with minimum supervision and be adaptable within their availability.

This role is primarily responsible for providing quality care services to clients in their own homes in accordance with their care plan. 

Key Responsibilities Include: 

• Personal care (showering/dressing)
• Continence management
• Assistance with meals
• Domestic duties (cleaning)
• Shopping
• Assistance with transport for medical appointments
• Social activities
• Carer support
• In home respite care and access to other services and any other tasks as stated in the care plan. 

As this role requires travelling to client premises, a current Australian Drivers Licence and willingness to travel in the course of work is essential. Car and fuel provisions may be provided where appropriate.  The ability to be able to use your own car to transport clients would be advantageous. Your vehicle needs to be registered and comprehensively insured with a clause covering work use. Your vehicle also needs to be suitable to transport clients i.e. no 4WD's.

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au  For more information, please contact Gillian Davidson on 07 3621 2044.

Why work with Wesley Mission Queensland:

Working alongside people who love what they do

Above Award pay

Salary Packaging

Income Protection

Product Discounts

Travel Discounts

Access to discounted holiday units

Employee Assistance Program

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.

Care Workers - Gympie & Sunshine Coast

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a large and dynamic organisation with more than 50 locations throughout South East Queensland supporting 100,000 Queenslanders every year.  To learn more about our dynamic organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au and https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia. Our Community Care Program provides innovative, home-based care services to a variety of clients with individual needs.

WMQ’s Community Care Program is seeking suitably qualified and experienced Care Workers to join their team on a casual basis (with the view of becoming permanent). We require full availability with flexibility to work shifts between 6:00am - 9:00pm. The successful applicants will be able to work with minimum supervision and be adaptable within their availability.

This role is primarily responsible for providing quality care services to clients in their own homes in accordance with their care plan. 

Key Responsibilities Include: 

- Personal care (showering/dressing)
- Continence management
- Assistance with meals
- Domestic duties (cleaning)
- Shopping
- Assistance with transport for medical appointments
- Social activities
- Carer support
- In home respite care and access to other services and any other tasks as stated in the care plan. 

As this role requires travelling to client premises, a current Australian Drivers Licence and willingness to travel in the course of work is essential. Car and fuel provisions may be provided where appropriate.  The ability to be able to use your own car to transport clients would be advantageous. Your vehicle needs to be registered and comprehensively insured with a clause covering work use. Your vehicle also needs to be suitable to transport clients i.e. no 4WD's.

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au.  Only applications that address the ’Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' will be considered. 

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to Staff to enhance remuneration. We highly encourage applications from people who identify as part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Straits Islander Community.

Care Companions

(Multiple Part Time Positions Available)

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is a market leader in the provision of aged care that focuses on balancing excellence in clinical care with a commitment to providing an opportunity for residents to live a positive and enriched life regardless of age. Located in the Brisbane suburb of Geebung, John Wesley Gardens is a state-of-the-art community offering premiere aged care living at its finest. We are seeking to recruit a number of dedicated and compassionate Care Companions to support the residents and team of this very special home.

With the resident at the heart and soul of our person centred care model, every aspect of the operation will deeply reflect the values of this socially purposeful organisation.  Reporting to the Clinical Advisor, the Care Companions will be key members of the inter-disciplinary team and will endeavour to meet the social, emotional and physical needs of the residents on a day to day basis.  This will involve developing meaningful relationships with our residents and understanding and meeting their needs in relation to the seven domains of well-being – identity, growth, autonomy, security, connectedness, meaning and joy. 

Key responsibilities will also include:

• Work as part of a team to provide high quality personal care, catering, cleaning and laundry delivery and daily living support in a home like environment for residents.
• Assist residents to attain and maintain their optimum degree of independence, dignity, privacy and quality of life.
• Provision of medication assistance as trained and directed.
• Assist residents with the pursuit of personal interests and activities to enhance quality of life such as meal enjoyment and involvement, gardening and outdoor enjoyment.
• Involvement in care planning, family meetings and GP visits as required.
• Contribute to the assessment process of clients/residents including documentation.
• Undertake the laundering and caring of resident's clothes, distribution of personal hygiene products and clothes labelling service.

Through engaging and supportive care, the Care Companions will support the team to meet the holistic needs of residents and bring about a culture that is positive, allows for innovation and encourages fun.  They will also be responsible for supporting the collaborative partnership between residents, their loved ones and WMQ staff, creating an environment that empowers and supports residents to live an enriched life based on what they feel is most important. 

For these very special roles we are seeking qualified and experienced Care Companions with a deep commitment to the provision of aged care in a manner that lives the values of the organisation and supports the desired person-centred care approach. 

In addition the successful applicants will be:

• Demonstrated ability to provide high quality catering, cleaning and personal care services using a variety of equipment and programs.
• Demonstrated compassion and respect for residents, colleagues, and visitors.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise, encourage, engage, actively listen and support various stakeholders at all levels, to achieve expected outcomes.
• Willingness to contribute to and work as an effective, positive member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated effective PC skills including MS Office and other related applications packages (including reporting).

If you are seeking an opportunity to provide an aged care experience that goes well beyond expectations, please submit your resume as well as a maximum 2 page response to the “Qualifications and Experience that will facilitate success in the role” (contained within the position description) online at www.wmq.org.au.