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Driver/Activities Assistant - Southport Respite Centre, Gold Coast Community Aged & Disability

Job No: V1835
Location: Southport

We understand that caring for loved ones is an important and rewarding job, but it can also be time consuming and challenging. At Anglicare, we offer support to carers too!  Our respite care is a chance for both carers and loved ones to recharge and to maintain this essential service, we require the support of volunteers.

Our Respite Centre in Southport is currently looking for volunteer Driver/Activities Assistants to work with our paid staff, supporting clients with various activities and driving our Mini Van on outings.

Driver Role:

You would be required to hold a current Qld drivers licence to drive our Mini Van.  Accompanied by a member of staff, you will pick up the clients form their home, driver the group ot the venue and then drop the clients back at their home.

Activities Role:

You will assist staff with the clients, by help them engage in the activities, chat to the clients and help with the setting up and packing down the morning tea and lunches for the group outing.

To join us, you will need:              

  • Clean driving record and a history of driving safely, defensively and within the law
  • Assist clients in and out of the vehicle
  • The motivation to make a difference in other people’s lives
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to relate to different ages and cultures
  • A patient, friendly and mature attitude and a respect for confidentiality and privacy
  • Flexibility, commitment and ability to work both independently and within a team
  • Respect, care and courtesy towards others

Other requirements include:

  • Availabilityat least one shift between 8.30am and 3.30pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Fridays
  • Consistency and reliability – willing to commit to an ongoing basis for at least 6 months
  • Confidentiality – this is critical to us and you will need to sign a Role Description which includes a confidentiality agreement
  • Two (2) referees – who are not relatives and can vouch for your character and interaction in the community (ie. Work Colleague, Church Elder, Community Leader, Doctor or other Professional)
  • National Police Clearance – we organise and pay for this if you don’t already have one
  • Blue Card and Yellow Card Exemption - we can assist you with this and it is free of charge
  • Current Qld Drivers Licence

 

 

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