Aged care assistant
San Carlo Homes

San Carlo is a ‘not- for -profit’ organization governed by a Board of Directors. The facility is nestled in a beautiful land enriched by mature garden, Patios and Al fresco lunch areas.
The work at San Carlo meets the needs of our Aged Italian Community and does so with the support of the Missionary Sisters of St Anthony of Claret (Claretiane Sisters).
San Carlo Homes for the Aged began its development in the mid 1970s and the first stage of the complex was opened in 1979.
In 2010 the Scalabrinian Congregation transferred the ownership of the San Carlo Homes for the Aged to San Carlo Homes for the Aged Ltd (San Carlo).
San Carlo has 5 full time Italian speaking activity staff who undertake and plan lifestyle and social programs. We are able to offer a variety of social activities for residents both within the facility and on regular outings to Italian clubs, shopping centres and numerous parks and picnic areas around Melbourne.
The facility has 2 buses which enable our activity staff to transport both mobile residents and those in wheels-chairs. Birthdays and specific religious, cultural and social events and festivals are celebrated with family being encouraged to participate in the celebrations.
San Carlo provides physiotherapy and massage at no additional cost. Other allied health services including podiatry, speech therapy

Skills You Might Learn

Aligned with Community Services studies, students may have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills including;
- Working with a diverse range of people
- Being an effective volunteer
- Identifying and responding to client needs
- Following safe work practices relating to client care
- Assisting with movement
- Complying with infection prevention and control

Work Related Skills, such as Workplace Health and Safety, teamwork, communication, time management, critical and creative thinking, are vital in this workplace.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Placement students may assist with a range of activities to support people at San Carlo. These activities may be onsite or in the wider community. Activities are likely to include;
- Supporting community participation such as shopping and excursions
-Partici[ate in activities
- Assisting with care of residents (eg. feeding, making beds, moving to the restaurant and other activities within the facility.)
- Observing and assisting with support services
-One on one's with residents

NB. Students are excluded from activities of a highly personal nature (eg. showering, changing incontinence pads)

Student Requirements

This placement is best suited to VCAL or VCE students undertaking VET studies in Health, Community Services, Aged Care or Individual Support.
The employer is looking for friendly, open and supportive students.
Placement students will be expected to comply with San Carlo’s confidentiality and discretion policies at all times.
A pre-placement visit / interview will be required to ensure both parties are clear on expectations, including attendance, dress requirements and duties.
San Carlo requires Police Check clearance prior commencing onsite placement.

Dress Requirements

Neat casual, closed toe shoes. Discreet jewellery. Hair and appearance should be neatly maintained.
Full requirements to be discussed at interview.

Special Transport Requirements

Public transport is accessible.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• CHC22015 - Certificate II in Community Services
• CHC32015 - Certificate III in Community Services
• HLT33015 - Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
• HLT33115 - Certificate III in Health Services Assistance