Kelso, Scotland, United Kingdom · On-site
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Skills: Interpersonal skills, Communication skills, Reliability, Consistency, Commitment
Temora, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Your passion for whole-of-person care will find a place to grow with us, where mutual respect and deep relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Knowing how important open communication and teamwork is, you wil…
Skills: Clinical Care, Clinical Decision Making, Palliation, First Aid, CPR
Kelso, Scotland, United Kingdom · On-site
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Kyogle Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
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Kingston, Ontario, Canada · On-site
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Kaipātiki, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
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Kaipātiki, Auckland, New Zealand · Hybrid
You're a Senior Financial Accountant with at least 3 years of experience in the same or similar role. You hold a Bachelors degree in accounting (or similar) and a CPA/CA qualification. As the Senior Financial Accountant,…
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Kaipātiki, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
You are looking for a job being part of a positive team making an important difference for others. Your role as a cleaning and laundry assistant is more than you might think: you are essential in creating a comfortable h…
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Kaipātiki, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Opportunity Whiddon is seeking an experienced and values-driven Non-Executive Director to join our Board at a pivotal time in our growth. This appointment reflects Whiddon’s next phase of expansion and the Board’s co…
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Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia · On-site
You are looking for a secure job where your efforts are genuinely appreciated by customers, colleagues, and managers. Good food warms the heart and feeds the soul. From preparing food and plating it in an appealing way, …
Skills: Food Preparation, Plating, Beverage Service, Customer Service, Elderly Care
Belmont County, Ohio, United States · On-site
Your passion for whole-of-person care will find a place to grow with us, where mutual respect and deep relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Knowing how important open communication and teamwork is, you wil…
Skills: Clinical Care, Clinical Decision Making, Palliation, First Aid, CPR
Newcastle-Maitland, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Home Style Kitchen Attendant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a warm, home-style kitchen environment and takes pride in providing quality m…
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Nottingham, England, United Kingdom · On-site
You are passionate about your residents. Here, you will be with like-minded colleagues who understand how important teamwork, open communication and a positive attitude are to both you and our residents. We know you want…
Skills: Relationship-Based Care, Teamwork, Open Communication, Resident Care, Individual Support
Nottingham, England, United Kingdom · On-site
You are passionate about your residents. Here, you will be with like-minded colleagues who understand how important teamwork, open communication and a positive attitude are to both you and our residents. We know you want…
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Kingston, Ontario, Canada · On-site
You are passionate about your residents. Here, you will be with like-minded colleagues who understand how important teamwork, open communication and a positive attitude are to both you and our residents. We know you want…
Skills: Relationship-Based Care, Teamwork, Open Communication, Resident Care, Individual Support
Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia · On-site
You are searching for a role that balances your passion for great food with time for a life away from work. We recognise your reservations about working as a Chef in aged care, but we want you to bring your creativity to…
Skills: Commercial Cookery, Menu Planning, Dietary Management, Kitchen Management, Food Preparation
Grafton, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
You are looking for a secure job where your efforts are genuinely appreciated by customers, colleagues, and managers. Good food warms the heart and feeds the soul. From preparing food and plating it in an appealing way, …
Skills: Food Preparation, Plating, Beverage Service, Customer Service, Elderly Care
Grafton, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
You are looking for a secure job where your efforts are genuinely appreciated by customers, colleagues, and managers. Good food warms the heart and feeds the soul. From preparing food and plating it in an appealing way, …
Skills: Food Preparation, Plating, Beverage Service, Customer Service, Elderly Care
Kingston, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Your passion for whole-of-person care will find a place to grow with us, where mutual respect and deep relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Knowing how important open communication and teamwork is, you wil…
Skills: Clinical Care, Clinical Decision Making, Palliation, First Aid, CPR
Kaipātiki, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
You are looking for a secure job where your efforts are genuinely appreciated by customers, colleagues, and managers. Good food warms the heart and feeds the soul. From preparing food and plating it in an appealing way, …
Skills: Food Preparation, Plating, Beverage Service, Customer Service, Elderly Care
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Provide safe and meaningful interactions between a pet and residents to create comfort, joy, and emotional connection. Support residents in engaging with the animal while encouraging gentle conversation and reminiscence.
The role requires a friendly, well-behaved animal companion and a volunteer who is reliable and committed. Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build genuine connections with older people.
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this volunteer role is to enrich the lives of residents and clients by providing safe, calming and meaningful interactions with a friendly, well-behaved animal companion. As a Paw-sitive Companion, you and your pet will help create moments of comfort, connection and companionship.
Key responsibilities
Personal skills and qualities
Time commitment
Benefits
Award winning care that connects, inspires and enriches lives every day.
Whiddon is an award-winning, not-for-profit organisation that has been caring for older Australians across NSW and QLD for over 70 years. We've grown from philanthropic origins to a large organisation, with over 2300 employees caring for more than 2400 residents and clients. Our services include residential aged care, community care and independent living villages. As an organisation that operates in regional, rural and remote areas, we are often at the heart of our local communities, both as an employer and as an important provider of aged care services, and we actively promote and maintain this sense of community where everyone matters. Our approach to care has always been directed by the needs and wishes of our residents and clients, supporting them to be as independent as possible. From great quality care, to enabling the older people that we care for to stay connected to the people, interests and communities that they love; this is what really makes the ageing journey a good one. Our Awards: AFR Most Innovative Companies Australia & New Zealand (2017) Employer of Choice (2016, 2017) Aged Care Hospitality Awards (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017) Better Practice Award - HenPower (2016)
Offices: Glenfield, Sydney, NSW 2167, AU
Award winning care that connects, inspires and enriches lives every day.
Whiddon is an award-winning, not-for-profit organisation that has been caring for older Australians across NSW and QLD for over 70 years. We've grown from philanthropic origins to a large organisation, with over 2300 employees caring for more than 2400 residents and clients. Our services include residential aged care, community care and independent living villages. As an organisation that operates in regional, rural and remote areas, we are often at the heart of our local communities, both as an employer and as an important provider of aged care services, and we actively promote and maintain this sense of community where everyone matters. Our approach to care has always been directed by the needs and wishes of our residents and clients, supporting them to be as independent as possible. From great quality care, to enabling the older people that we care for to stay connected to the people, interests and communities that they love; this is what really makes the ageing journey a good one. Our Awards: AFR Most Innovative Companies Australia & New Zealand (2017) Employer of Choice (2016, 2017) Aged Care Hospitality Awards (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017) Better Practice Award - HenPower (2016)
Offices: Glenfield, Sydney, NSW 2167, AU
