Introduction
About Kalyra: Kalyra has been supporting South Australians for 130 years! We take pride in delivering outstanding service and care through Residential Aged Care, In‐Home Support, Retirement Living and Affordable Housing. When you join Kalyra, you join a team that makes having a career in Aged Care fun, inspiring and rewarding – it's different here!
It's different at Kalyra
Do you have a genuine passion for delivering high‐quality care? Searching for more than just a job? At Kalyra, we're a community, a family and a choice to make a positive impact in people's lives. For more than 130 years, our dedicated team has been supporting South Australians to enjoy life as they age. As a Personal Care Worker, you'll be right at the heart of our impact. You'll see the difference you make in every moment, big and small, and enjoy plenty of variety and the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Be welcomed by a good‐hearted and values‐driven team that supports you through every challenge and win.
Why Kalyra?
At Kalyra, we're committed to making lives better – and that includes yours. More than a team, we're a family where you'll always find a listening ear and support when you need it. You'll also be empowered by genuine leaders who help you create the life and career you want, with ongoing training and opportunities to progress.
Benefits
* Flexible, family‐friendly working arrangements
* Increased take‐home pay by up to $15,899 with salary packaging, plus a tax‐free meal and entertainment card worth up to $2,650 and free onsite parking
* Annual "thank you" dinner, plus an end‐of‐year celebration with a gift of appreciation
* Employee assistance and wellbeing programs, including confidential counselling, and free vaccinations
Description
Your opportunity
As our valued Personal Care Worker at Belair Residential Aged Care, you'll ensure the best possible quality of life for our residents. By providing continual support in daily living tasks, you'll contribute to a safe, home‐like environment that upholds residents' comfort, independence and dignity.
With care and compassion, you will:
* Provide personal care, including assistance with showering, grooming and dressing
* Support residents with daily living tasks, such as eating, general cleaning and social activities
* Collaborate with fellow healthcare team members to ensure individual care plans are followed
* Make progress notes and communicate any changes in residents' health status
* Nurture friendly, empathetic and professional relationships with residents and their families
We have a range of shifts available, including morning, afternoon, and night shifts, and we're offering permanent part‐time positions. Additionally, we're particularly seeking candidates with availability on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, especially if they're interested in a casual role.
Skills and Experiences
What You'll Bring
You're a compassionate, empathetic and resilient person who deeply respects and seeks to enhance the wellbeing and dignity of older people. Your excellent care and interpersonal skills will facilitate our residents' comfort and privacy, and you respect their individual preferences, values and beliefs.
* A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
* Experience providing personal care in a residential aged care home (either paid work or placement hours)
* A National Police Check (or willingness to obtain one)
* Annual influenza vaccination
* Current First Aid and CPR accreditation
Ideally, you will also have:
* Availability to work three days a week or more
* Ability to comply with safe work practices and food‐safe handling practices
* Ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English
* A reliable vehicle with current driver's license
Don't have all the above? Don't worry. What matters most is that you share our values of caring, commitment, strengths, community and enabling.
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