Personal Care Assistant (Residential Aged Care, Chinese-speaking)
Sunnybank Hills, Queensland 4109, Australia - A$41 - A$45
Casual Temporary Associate
Description
About Us
Do you have a kind heart and want to make a real difference in older people's lives?
Do you enjoy working as part of a dynamic team in an organisation that genuinely cares for and respects every team member?
Sunny Care is a multicultural organisation with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality care and services. We are committed to providing exceptional, person-centred support. Our mission is to 'bring sunshine to your day' by offering tailored services that meet the diverse needs of clients from different cultural backgrounds.
Position Summary
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) provides direct, hands-on personal and physical care to clients, primarily within aged care settings. This role operates under the supervision of nursing or senior care staff and focuses on personal hygiene, physical comfort, dignity, and safety.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Assist clients with personal hygiene tasks, including showering, toileting, grooming, and continence care
* Support clients with mobility, repositioning, and manual handling in accordance with safety procedures
* Assist with daily care routines as directed by nursing or supervisory staff
* Support meal services and provide basic feeding assistance when required
* Monitor and promptly report any changes in clients' health, wellbeing, or behaviour
* Accurately document care activities and observations
* Follow infection control, workplace health and safety, and manual handling guidelines
* Correctly and safely use personal care equipment
* Support clients' communication needs, including assisting with understanding instructions and expressing basic needs.
Skills and Qualifications
* Bilingual in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) & English is a MUST
* Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care or related field), or equivalent
* Previous experience as a Personal Care Assistant or in a similar role is preferred
* Ability to follow care plans, instructions, and established procedures
* Strong attention to detail and a high commitment to client safety and dignity
* Physically capable of performing manual handling tasks
Why Join Sunny Care?
* An established and trusted Aged Care and NDIS provider, delivering both residential and in-home services
* State-of-the-art facilities and modern equipment, supporting safe and professional care delivery
* An excellent opportunity to build a strong and valuable career portfolio within the aged care sector
* Market-leading salary, offering far more than just standard market rates
* A caring organisation that genuinely values both our staff and the elderly, from the bottom of our hearts
* Aged Care Stage 2 expansion is currently underway and scheduled for completion in July this year, doubling our capacity and creating more career development and advancement opportunities
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