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Social Support - Symes Grove Residential Aged Care, Taigum

Job No: V1768
Location: Taigum

At Anglicare Southern Queensland, we respect individuality at all our Residential facilities, and encourage independence in all our residents, while also providing qualified and caring staff to deliver safe and professional support that fosters a loving community.

The landscaped gardens of Symes Grove in Taigum have a number of outdoor recreational areas for activities, entertaining visitors or a sunny walk in the afternoon. The residence is conveniently located on a public transport route and offers 24-hour nursing and care services, along with dementia support and accommodation. We are looking for volunteers to provide companionship and friendship to clients who are in need of social contact - a friendly face and someone to talk to.   As a community visitor you will be matched with someone based on your gender and interests.  

During your visits, your support may be having a cup of tea, playing cards or games, listening to music, or just chatting - but all visits brighten someone’s day and make a difference to them.

To join us, you will need:

  • Interests or hobbies that can be shared with an older person
  • Strong social, relationship-building and conversational skills
  • Ability to offer support on outings, activities and general tasks
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport effectively
  • The motivation to make a difference in other people’s lives
  • A patient, friendly and mature attitude that includes respect, care and courtesy towards others
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain professional boundaries

Other requirements include: 

  • Availability – minimum of one shift per fortnight, days and times negotiable
  • 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

 

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