Personal Care Assistant
This is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our residents.
We are seeking experienced and passionate Personal Care Assistants to join our dedicated team on a permanent full-time basis. Our residents deserve the best care possible, and we need your help to create a safe and welcoming environment for them.
* Providing high-quality care that supports residents' independence by meeting their daily living and personal requirements within their individual care plans.
The ideal candidate will have a Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent and at least one year of experience as a Personal Care Assistant in a Residential Aged Care home. They will also be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
We offer a range of benefits including competitive hourly pay rates, not-for-profit tax benefits, fitness passport discounted gym benefits, paid parental leave, long service leave after five years, and additional week of leave for enterprise agreement shift workers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued, and heard.
Responsibilities:
* Assisting with personal hygiene, showering, dressing, toileting, assisting with meals service, mobility, and social support.
* Providing direct resident care including assisting with personal hygiene, showering, dressing, and toileting.
* Preparing the resident dining rooms for meal service and cleaning away at the end of a meal service.
* Enhancing the resident experience through building great relationships with residents and their family members and responding quickly to feedback.
Requirements:
* Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent.
* At least one year of experience as a Personal Care Assistant in a Residential Aged Care home.
* Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
* Commitment to respecting the values, customs, preferences, and spiritual beliefs of residents.
* Excellent time-management and prioritization skills.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of workplace health and safety.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.