Police HomeCare Services is offering employment pathways for anyone looking for a role serving the community.
Police officers leaving policing and anyone seeking a career change are encouraged to contact Police HomeCare Services about employment opportunities.
General Manager Wayne Boden says that serving the community is at the heart of the police family. “There are some wonderful opportunities to bring those values of service and reliability to working in the home care sector,” Mr Boden says.
“We know that the police family understands the nature of providing service to our community. “Police officers demonstrate values that are invaluable within the disability and aged care sectors.”
Mr Boden says that employee and client wellbeing is central to the organisation’s culture.
Police HomeCare Services’ values include:
- Believing that everyone is our customer and that a happy and committed workforce leads to satisfied customers.
- Listening to people and pride ourselves on building strong relationships.
- Treating everyone with respect and courtesy. We are responsive and encourage independence.
- Focusing on delivering the right outcome to ensure our clients’ fulfilment.
- Understanding self-determination and person-centred supports by acknowledging unique skills, interests and gifts of all people.
- Being creative in our approach and find solutions. We think outside the square, use our innovative judgment and action, encouraging people to expand their dreams and aspirations.
An excellent support worker requires special qualities. The team says these include:
- Patience
- Cheery demeanour
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to think quickly
- Punctuality
- Willingness to learn and curiosity
- Being a good listener
- Kindness and empathy
- Willingness to go the extra mile
- Being able to take responsibility
Anyone interested in working at Police HomeCare Services, whether from the police or elsewhere, is encouraged to call Police HomeCare Services on (08) 8155 5222 or submit an expression of interest via out contact form.