Aged Care Worker
Job Brief
Aged Care Workers provide essential support to elderly individuals, assisting them with daily activities and ensuring their comfort and safety in both residential and home care settings.
Job Description
As an Aged Care Worker, your role will be to support elderly individuals with daily tasks, such as personal care, mobility assistance, and medication management. You will assist clients with activities like bathing, dressing, and meal preparation while offering emotional and social support. You may also be responsible for monitoring health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals, and creating a safe and comfortable environment for elderly individuals.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and support to elderly clients
- Assist with mobility, bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Monitor health status and report any changes to healthcare professionals
- Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment
- Offer companionship and emotional support to clients
- Help with household tasks and meal preparation
Requirements
- Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or related field
- Compassionate, patient, and empathetic personality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations in aged care
Wages
Average hourly wage: $20 to $30 NZD
Annual salary: $40,000 to $55,000 NZD
Salary
$20 to $30 NZD
Hourly
