Residential Aged Care Facility Volunteer - Kapunda & Eudunda

Volunteers required to assist Lifestyle Coordinators with delivering a safe and meaningful service for the residents of the Aged Care Facilities at Kapunda and Eudunda

Days & times:  Monday to Friday negotiable - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm - Centrelink requirements can be met

Tasks:

  • Volunteer to assist staff in the provision of a monthly calendar of activities

Requirements:

  • must have a genuine interest in the wellbeing of others;
  • possess a cheerful, friendly, attentive attitude;
  • possess a high standard of personal hygiene;
  • have understanding of security and safety issues;
  • able to use initiative and be responsible;
  • respect confidentiality and privacy;
  • possess a high level of patience and understanding; be reliable, honest and trustworthy; 
  • be tolerant of a busy workplace;
  • able to work independently or as a team;
  • be able to follow direction

Other requirements:

  • Aged Care Clearance (DHS) Clearance
  • Working with Children Clearance which are paid for by the volunteer program unless obtained through a job agency.
  • 3 Covid vaccinations
  • Current flu vaccination
  • prepared to wear PPE as required
  • attendance at appropriate training is required;
  • be neatly attired and present well
  • be reliable, punctual and dependable
  • hold respect for other staff, patients and clients information by maintaining confidentiality at all times;
  • volunteers must give adequate notice of the inability to attend and if unwell will notify the Volunteer Coordinator or the Nursing Team Leader as soon as practicable.
 
Contact:  Nancie Perry - 0457 500 413