UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.
The opportunity
Our focus is building a sincere and caring partnership with our residents and consumers to enable them to live a purposeful life for as long as possible. Every decision we make as an organisation comes back to our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Kindness and Inclusiveness.
We are looking for a Bus Driver to join our team At Wahroonga. We have a casual opportunity available that includes being available for weekend work.
- The ability to transport residents and other passengers
- Willingness to obey all traffic laws to ensure passengers arrive to their destination safely
- Proactively maintaining a clean and mechanically sound vehicle at all times
- Strong understanding of client centred, community-based care
- The ability to follow safety, quality, and hygiene standards
- Assisting passengers with getting on and off the bus as needed
- Assisting with loading and unloading wheelchairs on the bus
- Local knowledge of the area highly regarded
- Knowledge of correct manual handling procedures
- A sound understanding of aged care and the principles guiding this sector
- Current Light Rigid NSW Driver's License or willingness to obtain
- Excellent communication skills, and willingness to follow instructions
- Demonstrated commitment to work professionally as part of a team and also with minimal supervision
Why work for us
- Competitive pay with salary packaging options (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax-free)
- Access to a Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
- Retention bonus for permanent appointments
- Supportive and friendly work environment
- Flexible working arrangements for a great work/life balance
- Ongoing workplace education and support
- Make a real difference to your community and residents' lives!
The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to complete the following:
- National Criminal History Check
- Pre-Employment Checks
- Vaccination in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy
Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant’s right to work in Australia.
If you wish to apply, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. Please note that applications sent via email will not be accepted.
To learn more about UPA and explore our current job opportunities, visit our website at www.upa.org.au.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
