• St Kilda Road location
• Join a values driven for-purpose organisation
• Permanent Full-Time position 

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer. Jewish Care is proudly celebrating over 170 years of service.

The role

This is an exciting time to be a part of our Bluestar Team, with having achieved enormous growth and demand in the community this year.

You will provide support and assistance to Bluestar clients and support workers through on going effective roster allocation and administration. You will develop cost effective staff rosters to ensure client needs are met whilst providing staff with optimum working hours.

The level of support includes, but is not limited to: processing of client's shift requests, client matching, completing shift schedules, liaising with staff to ensure that shifts are filled and supporting administrative tasks.

What you will bring

• Previous experience in rostering staff in the community sector is essential
• Your previous work has involved meeting targets for rostered hours and care services
• Demonstrated success in working in response to critical timed outcomes 
• You have consistently communicated with a wide variety of stakeholders in your previous roles
• A customer service mindset to meet the needs of the clients
• Respectful and patient communication to clients, support workers and colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and attention to detail

Why come work for us?

We are committed to the professional development of all staff, and provide ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise. We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employs staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provides cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients, relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

We look forward to hearing from you.

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. We are proudly celebrating over 170 years of service.

Our services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer.

The role

Jewish Care Victoria have a wonderful opportunity for an experienced and motivated Clinical Care Manager to lead and mentor our dedicated team at Gary Smorgon House in Caulfield.

Gary Smorgon House is a family friendly home with dedicated staff who have developed long term careers with Jewish Care. Our 'Ageing in Place' model of care ensures residents receive the highest-quality of continuous care in a safe, secure, and supportive environment.

What you will do

• Deliver excellent care and support, underpinned by the organisations values for the community we serve

• Ensure the provision of nursing and personal care services to assist residents enjoy day to day activities

• Ensure high standards of care are provided in line with Policy, Procedures and accreditation standards

• Provide clinical mentoring, leadership and support to other members of the care team

• Guide team leaders to implementing effective communication, ensuring the needs of residents are met

• Implement practices, working with the Facility Manager and Team Leaders, that demonstrate understanding of the social, cultural, spiritual, religious beliefs and practices of the residents

• Manage performance of Personal Care Staff and Team Leaders

• Manage implementation and provide ongoing monitoring of the Aged Care Funding Instrument (ACFI)

What you will bring

• Knowledge of contemporary aged care nursing with proven assessment, care planning and evaluation skills

• Experience managing and organising the Aged Care Funding Instrument (ACFI)

• Ability to promote and coordinate effective team involvement in a Continuous Quality Improvement Program

• Proven ability to empower staff to accept responsibility through effective leadership

• Demonstrate and understanding of culturally diverse environments

• Ability to teach staff and facilitate quality practice

• Display an ability to communicate in an open and effective manner

Why come work for us?

Jewish Care are committed to the professional development of all staff, providing ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise.  We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employ staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provide cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients. Relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer. Jewish Care is proudly celebrating over 170 years of service.

The roles

We are seeking two community-minded, personable Donor Relationship Officers, on a permanent part time basis. Your purpose will be to build long-term sustainability by promoting and encouraging donations, gifts and bequests to Jewish Care via the planned giving program. You will maintain this by regularly communicating with donors to promote and further enhance Jewish Care’s visibility in the community.

What you will do

• Enhance engagement with identified donor segments with a view to increasing legacy commitments and bequest revenue
• Contribute to the planned giving program target of growing the pipeline of confirmed and prospective donors
• Acknowledge donor’s Simchas, funerals, Jewish holiday greetings, special events (via calls, emails, or face-to-face meetings as relevant)
• Maintain records of all contact with donors on Raiser’s Edge database
• Support Annual Appeal fundraising activities with approaches to donors
• Attend Jewish Care fundraising functions and other events to maintain connection with donors
• Participate in site tours for prospective aged are residents where relevant
• Organise and attend Boardroom talks with the CEO and donors
• Connect donors/clients with relevant services where required
• Reassure and support donors/clients in achieving positive outcomes with their enquiries to the organisation where possible
• Prepare recognition of bequestors (including biographies & photographs) for Jewish Care publications - My Connection, My Impact, Annual Report and social media
• Liaise with and support other team members in the Community team
• Liaise with other Jewish community organisations to promote and enhance the visibility of Jewish Care

What you will bring

• Highly developed interpersonal skills with a proven record of building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Demonstrated maturity and high ethical standards in dealing with sensitive financial and confidential matters
• Demonstrated experience in relationship management roles with both revenue and relationship responsibilities
• Experience in working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Familiarity with and understanding of the Jewish community, culture and traditions
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain composure in a fast paced and rapidly changing work environment

Why come work for us?

Jewish Care are committed to the professional development of all staff, providing ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise.  We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employ staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provide cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients. Relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

If you are interested, please submit your application to the position via the Careers section on the Jewish Care website.

If you require any further information, you may also contact Beau Paley on 8517 5917 or bpaley@jewishcare.org.au

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

The role

The purpose of this position is to assist the Property team with property management functions of Jewish Care Victoria.  The position provides quality administrative assistance to the Property team in facilitating all functions required to manage JCV's property portfolio including, but not limited to, administration, job allocations, contractor inductions, invoicing and escalation. This a full time position that would suit someone with strong admin experience preferably in the Health Care Sector who enjoys working as part of a team.

What you will do

• Assist the Property Coordinator and Property team with the administration requirements of the property/maintenance function.
• Prioritise all work orders through the maintenance request system and complete within specified time frame in order to meet expected service delivery times and customer expectations.
• Assist the Property Coordinator with Purchase of supplies and materials within financial delegation and ensure all tax receipts and invoices are provided and submitted promptly for processing and reconciliation.
• Monitor tool and equipment repository to ensure they are kept in good working order.
• Assist with the preparation of essential service audits.
• Assist with obtaining quotes and placing purchase orders with external contractors.
• Provide assistance to induct contractors and complete associated paperwork as required.
• Relevant tasks as directed by the Property Coordinator or Property Manager

What you will bring

• Background in administration and computer skills
• Relevant working experience in Facilities Management and Property Administration
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Good problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
• Current Drivers Licence

Why come work for us?

We are committed to the professional development of all staff, and provide ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise. We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employs staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provides cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients, relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

• Great opportunity for an experienced Procurement Manager
• Values driven FOR PURPOSE organisation
• Flexible and supportive working environment

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer. Jewish Care is proudly celebrating over 170 years of service.

The role

You will coordinate contracts for goods and services for Jewish Care, including; managing the tender process as required, negotiating with suppliers and managing the contracts with those suppliers. Your strong stakeholder engagement skills will see you succeed, as you will be in consultation with Business Unit managers, to oversee and coordinate, both the purchasing of goods and services for Jewish Care and the contracts associated with those purchases.

What you will do

• Development, implementation, management and monitoring of purchasing and contracting arrangements 
• Provide high quality support and advice in the negotiation of purchases and contracts
• Educate staff in the purchasing and contracting arrangements
• Co-ordination of the receipt of goods and the effective electronic tracking of ordered goods
• Identify areas of risk in the purchasing processes and development of risk reduction and management strategies 
• Manage relationships with major suppliers

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualification in business / risk management / logistics / supply chain management
• Significant experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated success in managing purchasing and/or contracting arrangements in a medium to large organisation
• Successful development of quality initiatives related to processes (particularly contracting and purchasing) 
• Methodical approach to work and evidence of working effectively during periods of high demand
• Excellent MS Excel skills, including some financial modelling skills, and proficiency in Microsoft and other computer packages

Why come work for us?

Jewish Care are committed to the professional development of all staff, providing ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise.  We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employ staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provide cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients. Relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

Come and join our exciting, dynamic growing Community Rehabilitation team.  Provide expert care and build your knowledge in Musculoskeletal, Neurology, Respiratory care, Balance Rehabilitation, Vestibular Assessment and Management, Biomechanics assessments and movement rehabilitation and Lympheodema Management.

Within the Allied Health team in the Area of Aged Care we provide a model of care based on reducing the functional challenges of individuals via a compensatory and restorative approach.  We support individuals with their Needs, Wants and Desires by delivering the best Support, Care and Experience.

Our services are funded under CHSP, HCP, EPC and self-funded.  You will join our growing service based in our new $90million Residential and Health & Wellbeing facilities in Windsor, Caulfield and Carnegie.  Supporting the development of new services alongside the Allied Health, you will provide services across different community sites and in people's homes, with a focus on independence and living actively. 

What can you expect?

A highly skilled team who provide knowledge and experience for growth

Expert clinician coaching

Learning structure and career support in a supervision structure

Funding Opportunities to participate in external training

Benefits and Culture

Attractive Remuneration: Tax free salary packaging available

Professional development: Training and CPD support offered

Ongoing opportunities: to upgrade staff skill set and expertise

Work-life balance: Maximise your health and wellbeing, opportunities to work from home, manage your schedule.

What will you bring?

• Eagerness to learn and have a passion to deliver the best care
• Tertiary Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Knowledge of a Wellness Reablement approach to service delivery
• Experience and developed clinical skills
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as autonomously
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish genuine rapport with services users and colleagues.
• Passion and care to help a diverse range of people.

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer.

Values

Jewish Care’s values are universal and enduring in nature but are also particular to the Jewish approach to creating meaningful life and a strong, cohesive community.

Respect - derech eretz

Community - kehilla

Inclusion - hachlala

Social Responsibility - achrayoot chevratit

For a confidential conversation about the role please contact:

Stephen Hardman Support Services Manager 8517 5797

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria.   Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.

We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer.

The role

We are currently seeking qualified, enthusiastic, team-oriented Elder Support Workers. You will be providing contemporary personal care with the functions of daily living according to individual needs of residents. We have beautiful homes in Windsor, Caulfield, and Carnegie. 

What you will do

• Provide personal care to assist residents to maintain independence and dignity with respect to activities of daily living and lifestyle
• Provide residents with nutrition and hydration in a timely manner
• Ensure residents daily care is provided in a dignified manner; resident looks neat and tidy, hair is well groomed, food stains removed from face and clothing
• Attend to toileting needs and continence care as required
• Legible and accurate documentation of daily care notes and observations as required with responsibility for ensuring up to date knowledge of Residential Care Standards and completion of assessment records
• Participate in documenting and review of care plans with Supervisor

You will bring

• Certificate III in Individual Support or Aged Care
• Minimum of 12 months experience
• Medication competency certificate
• Ability to speak Russian is highly desirable
• Good communication skills and customer service
• Demonstrate an understanding of culturally diverse environments
• Demonstrated initiative and self motivation

Benefits and Culture

We are committed to the professional development of all staff, and provide ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise. We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employs staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provides cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients, relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

To Apply

If you would like to apply for this position, click on the 'apply now' button ensuring that you upload your CV 

We look forward to hearing from you.

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs. We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer. We are proudly celebrating over 170 years of service.

Opportunities in Home Care or Residential Aged Care

Home Care: Our clients are based (and not limited to) South Yarra, Elsternwick, Caulfield, Bentleigh, Carnegie & Port Phillip. You will need your own transport and license. Your availability to work between Monday-Friday will be highly regarded.

Residential Aged Care: Our aged care residences are located in Windsor, Caulfield, and Carnegie. You will preferably have the ability to work across all these locations as part of our casual pool of staff.

You will

• Provide assistance with a range of personal care, hygiene, respite tasks and domestic assistance 
• Support clients to maintain and/or develop independent living skills and routines 
• Monitor the physical, social and emotional well-being of the client and report issues 
• Be responsible for taking immediate action in an emergency to ensure the safety of elders, staff, and others in the community 
• Resolve minor problems/enquires/requests and refer issues to the Team Leader or RNIC where required 
• Develop an effective, positive and respectful working relationship with our elders respecting cultural values and beliefs

About you

• Certificate III/ IV in Home and Community Care, Aged Care or Individual Support
• Experience working with and understanding of the issues of frail aged people, people with dementia, and their carers (minimum 6 months)
• Ability to monitor client well-being, relate to and communicate with older people, people with dementia and their carers / families 
• Warm and personable approach
• Effective verbal and written communication skills 
• Have an understanding of the need for privacy and confidentiality
• Ability to speak Russian, Polish, Hebrew, Yiddish would be highly desirable but not essential 
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (for Residential Age Care work).

Benefits and Culture

We are committed to the professional development of all staff, and provide ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise. We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employs staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provides cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients. Relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

We look forward to hearing from you. 

What we do

Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of aged and community   services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. Services include Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services, Community Aged Care, Disability, Mental Health, Youth and Family Services and   Holocaust Survivors Programs.

We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and being an equal opportunity employer. Jewish Care is proudly celebrating over 170 years of service.

You will

• Be able to do a variety of domestic assistance tasks including; dusting, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and wiping down tables, benches, showers, bathrooms, stovetops, fridges and cupboards, and unescorted shopping.
• Have the ability brighten the day of our elders in the community
• Safely use the cleaning products and equipment that the clients provide
• Wear the personal protective equipment that Jewish Care supplies, such as; disposable aprons and gloves

Our clients are based (and not limited to) South Yarra, Elsternwick, Caulfield, Bentleigh, Carnegie & Port Phillip. You will need your own transport and license.

About You

• Domestic cleaning experience (minimum 6 months)
• Have an understanding of the need for privacy and confidentiality
• An ability to work efficiently, independently and without direct supervision
• Kind, friendly and reliable. People that care about people! 

Benefits and Culture

 We are committed to the professional development of all staff, and provide ongoing opportunities to   upgrade staff skill set and expertise. We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not   readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.

Jewish Care employs staff from all cultural and religious backgrounds and provides cultural and spiritual training in the Jewish Ethos. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients, relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be   inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community. 

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands   of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

We look forward to hearing from you.