Compassionate Aged Care Assistant | Flexible Shifts & Training

Ageing Australia; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award Rates

Uniform, meal, shift allowances

Professional development opportunities

Exclusive employee discounts

Shift penalties where applicable

Job summary

Arcare in Adelaide, SA, is seeking a Personal Support Worker to deliver high-quality personal, emotional, and social care, enhancing residents’ dignity and wellbeing. The role focuses on compassionate assistance, mobility support, meals, and accurate documentation, working with nurses and the care team in a supportive environment.

Applicants should have a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent, a passion for aged care, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent.
• Passion for aged care and helping others.
• Friendly, compassionate, and adaptable team player.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care (showering, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Supporting mobility and safe transfers.
• Assisting residents with meals and dietary needs.
• Monitoring and reporting changes in health or behaviour.
• Maintaining accurate documentation.
• Working collaboratively with nurses and the wider care team.

Skills

Friendliness

Positive Attitude

Passionated?

Team Working

Self Motivation

Receptivity

Social Work

Well-being and Personal Care

Professional Communication

Nursing Home Care

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent

Job description

Arcare in Adelaide, SA, is seeking a Personal Support Worker to deliver high-quality personal, emotional, and social care, enhancing residents’ dignity and wellbeing. The role focuses on compassionate assistance, mobility support, meals, and accurate documentation, working with nurses and the care team in a supportive environment.

Applicants should have a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent, a passion for aged care, and excellent communication.