Job Title: Compassionate Care Provider
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate care provider to join our team at St Martin de Porres Retirement Community in Waratah. As a Personal Care Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the physical, emotional, and lifestyle needs of our residents are met.
Key Responsibilities
* Support residents to live life to the fullest by promoting choice and independence.
* Contribute to the assessment and observation of residents' needs and wants.
* Implement clinical and care interventions as delegated by the Registered Nurse, and as documented in the resident's plan of care.
* Assist residents with their personal care and hygiene needs while encouraging independence.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent recognized qualification (Essential)
* Ability to engage with residents and experience in dementia support
* Effective interpersonal communication, both written and verbal
* Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads
* Demonstrated flexibility, empathy, and patience with aged individuals and their needs
* Demonstrated ability to provide holistic care
* Demonstrated respect for residents' privacy, dignity, and self-esteem
* Commitment to continuous quality improvement
* Working knowledge of WHS and Infection Control
Benefits
* NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance, and gym memberships
* Paid parental leave
* Training, development pathways, and career opportunities
* Flexible hours that make sense for you
About Us
At Calvary, our staff matter. We offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity, and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents, and clients.
Please note that as part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks, which may include reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.