Careers

• Hospitality /Cooks
• Campbelltown, Adelaide
• Full time

Our leading not for profit Aged Care Organisation is looking for someone with a passion for food to make a difference in the lives of older people.

Warrina Homes has been a leading provider of Aged Care in the North-Eastern corner of Adelaide and Metropolitan Adelaide since 1972. We are a highly respected not-for-profit organisation and proud of our standing as a Good Corporate Citizen in the communities in which we operate. We offer a range of Aged Care Services to cater for the changing needs of our senior citizens including Retirement Villages, Residential Aged Care Facilities and Serviced Apartments.

Reporting to the Hospitality Manager, we are seeking an experienced Cook to join our team. This full-time position offers valuable hands-on experience to our catering staff, aimed at achieving excellence in catering services for the benefit of our residents and other stakeholders.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellence in all aspects of food preparation and the provision of a catering service.
• Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of resident nutritional needs.
• A clear understanding of person-centred care, and individual choice.
• Proven ability to successfully work as part of a team and work collaboratively.
• A commitment to respect the values, customs, preferences and spiritual beliefs of residents and their family/representatives.
• High levels of adaptability and flexibility including the ability to deal with change.
• A high level of organisational and prioritising skills and the ability to multi-task.
• A commitment to quality continuous improvement.
• A commitment to continual professional development.
• Ensuring compliance and adhering to food safety procedures to achieve quality food requirements.
• Leadership skills
• Clear communication skills both verbal and written
• Experience in preparing modified meals.

Essential requirements of the position:

• Recognised qualification in commercial cookery.
• Previous experience as a Cook in the health sector preferable.
• Ability to demonstrate respectful interactions that maintain the resident’s choice, rights, and dignity.
• Valid Australian working rights.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Current Flu Vaccination
• COVID-19 Vaccinations including Booster is recommended
• Current Aged Care specific Police Clearance (or willing to obtain)
• Must be prepared to complete a pre-employment medical examination

The benefits to you:

• Access to generous salary packaging benefits.
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive community where everyone’s contribution is valued.
• A supportive and friendly work environment.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

Warrina Homes is a non-smoking workplace. 

• Highbury, Adelaide
• Full-time
• Base salary + Super + Salary Sacrifice

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrator to work in the Governance and Compliance department at a growing Aged Care provider. 

About the organisation:
Warrina Homes was established in 1972 and is recognised as a leading not-for-profit Aged Care provider in the North-Eastern suburbs of Adelaide. Our operations span across five Retirement Living Communities, three Residential Aged Care Facilities and Serviced Apartments. Guided by Christian Values, care, teamwork, sustainability and being a good corporate citizen, Warrina Homes provides person-centred care, based on individual preference and choice. In addition, we maintain a full spectrum of care that seeks to meet our Residents’ physical, spiritual and emotional needs.

About the role:
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated Compliance Administrator with a passion for people. This position reports to the Head of Governance and Compliance and offers you the opportunity to work collaboratively with the Leadership team to ensure that governance is maintained in all areas of the organisation. In this position you will apply your administrative skills and knowledge to ensure that records are updated, and audits are conducted on time. You will ensure that all legislative compliance and quality systems are maintained and use a risk management approach to enable effective and efficient operations. You will also support the service excellence culture, vision, and mission of Warrina Homes.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist and support the manager in ensuring that all activities are carried out in compliance with various rules and regulations.
• Develop and maintain the Compliance Obligation Register for Warrina Homes.
• Responsibility for Policy management and communication.
• Coordinate and assist in preparation of the monthly Governance Reports.
• Assist in the preparation and support the team during the Annual General Meeting.
• Coordinate and update the Corporate Continuous Improvement plans for the organisation.

What we are looking for:

• At least 2 years’ experience in an administrative role where you had exposure to policy management, compliance, contact management, risk management or similar tasks.
• A graduate qualification in a related field would be to your advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain interpersonal relationships.
• Attention to detail and great organisation and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with relevant Laws and Regulations would be desirable.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Current Flu Vaccination
• COVID-19 Vaccinations including Booster is recommended.
• Current Aged Care specific Police Clearance (or willing to obtain). 

The benefits to you:

• Access to salary packaging to optimise your earnings (up to $15,899 for general living expenses plus $2650 for meals and entertainment).
• Access to an established EAP service to support employee individual and interpersonal wellbeing.
• Opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of elderly people.
• Supportive and friendly team that will help you to rise to the challenge.
• A great workplace culture where all employees are valued.
• Company that encourages a growth mindset.

Warrina Homes is a non-smoking workplace. 

• Aged Care, Lifestyle
• Paradise, Adelaide
• Casual

Join our dynamic Lifestyle Team to help improve the lives of our Residents by contributing to their social, physical, spiritual and psychological wellbeing.

Warrina Homes has been a leading Aged Care provider in the North-Eastern suburbs of Adelaide since 1972. We are an esteemed not-for-profit organisation and proud of our standing as a Good Corporate Citizen in the communities in which we operate. We offer a range of Aged Care Services to cater for the changing needs of our senior citizens including Retirement Villages, Serviced Apartments and Residential Aged Care Facilities.

We maintain a full spectrum of care that seeks to meet our Residents’ social, physical, spiritual and psychological needs. Currently we are seeking experienced, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Lifestyle Assistants with a passion for working with the dementia affected elderly to join our Lifestyle Team. At Warrina Homes every resident matter and every employee counts – so join our team today!

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• An upbeat and positive approach to work and working with elderly people.
• A flare for providing creative lifestyle activities both in a group or one-on-one basis.
• A real heart for working in partnership with the elderly and their families.
• A clear understanding of person-centred care, individual choice, respectful interactions, and dignity.
• Experience in enhancing the lives of people with dementia.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Passion for people and their stories.
• Commitment to respect the values, customs, preferences and spiritual beliefs of residents and their family/representatives.
• Proven high levels of adaptability and flexibility including the ability to deal with change.
• A high level of organisational and prioritising skills and the ability to multi-task.

Requirements of the position:

• Certificate IV in Lifestyle and Leisure.
• Previous experience in working with people with dementia or within a Memory Support Unit.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Valid Australian working rights.
• Current Flu Vaccination.
• COVID-19 Vaccinations including Booster (recommended)
• Current Aged Care specific Police Clearance (or willing to obtain).

The benefits to you:

• Access to salary packaging benefits.
• Opportunity to have a direct positive impact on the lives of elderly people.
• Opportunity to contribute to the community by working for a not-for-profit organisation.
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive team where everyone’s contribution is valued.
• Work with a supportive, professional, and friendly management team.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Company that encourages a growth mindset.

Warrina Homes is a non-smoking workplace.