Care Service Employee - Garran | Ozanam

Why SCC?


We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we’re able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this. When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay with shift allowances, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.

What's in it for you?


Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650
Heart HQ - our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts, and features designed to help you celebrate, connect and succeed
Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT
Discounted private health insurance
Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program
Ongoing Training and Development
Linkedin Training - SCC's Senior Leaders and Support Office teams can access a digital library of over 6000 courses
Genuine Career Progression Pathways – Buddy Program, New Grad Elevate Program, Study Support
Referral Bonus Program

The Role

As a Care Service Employee, you will:

Provide emotional and social support whilst assisting residents with a range of daily life activities
Support residents with self-care including grooming, bathing and dressing
Reporting any changes of resident to the Registered Nurse on the shift duty
Assist with mobility including using mechanical lifting aids and ensuring the residents comfort
Assist in mealtimes and social activities.

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Minimum requirements - Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support/ 2nd year Nursing students who have completed 1 placement.
Experience in similar role in aged care
A genuine enthusiasm, care and compassion in your commitment to working with elderly people
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Respect for all people, regardless of background, age, gender, religion and ethnicity
Flexible to do AM/PM and night shifts

What’s in it for you?

Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650
Heart HQ - our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts, and features designed to help you celebrate, connect and succeed
Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT
Discounted private health insurance
Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program
Annual leave loading
Ongoing Training and Development
Linkedin Training - SCC's Senior Leaders and Support Office teams can access a digital library of over 6000 courses
Genuine Career Progression Pathways – Buddy Program, New Grad Elevate Program, Study Support
Referral Bonus Program
About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do! We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.