Compassionate Aged Care Assistant | Part-Time & Growth

Ozcare; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging

5 weeks annual leave

Uniform and laundry allowance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Ozcare is seeking Care Assistants to join our Toowoomba Aged Care Facility on a permanent part-time basis. You will provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance dignity and independence.

You will be supported with ongoing training, a generous benefits package including salary packaging options, five weeks annual leave and access to an Employee Assistance Program, creating a supportive environment where you can thrive.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
• Current Police Check within past 3 years
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates
• Influenza vaccination and at least one COVID-19 vaccination
• Experience with personal care and medication support
• Good computer literacy and use of mobile devices for care documentation

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised care per residents' care plans
• Assist with personal care activities (showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility)
• Support activities of daily living to promote independence
• Assist with medication administration per policy
• Observe and report changes in health and wellbeing
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation
• Collaborate with care team to deliver holistic care

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassion & empathy

Quality & safety

Education

Certificate III in IS (Ageing/Disability)

Job description

Ozcare is seeking Care Assistants to join our Toowoomba Aged Care Facility on a permanent part-time basis. You will provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance dignity and independence.

You will be supported with ongoing training, a generous benefits package including salary packaging options, five weeks annual leave and access to an Employee Assistance Program, creating a supportive environment where you can thrive.