Compassionate Aged Care Service Assistant (Casual)

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT); Leeton; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Meal and entertainment benefit package

Fitness Passport

Discounted private health insurance

Wellbeing initiatives

Ongoing training and development

LinkedIn Training

Career progression pathways

Job summary

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) is seeking two compassionate Care Service Employees for casual shifts in Leeton. You will provide person-centred care, assist with daily living activities, and support residents’ emotional and spiritual wellbeing, across morning, afternoon, and night shifts.

You will join a not-for-profit aged care provider committed to high clinical standards and ongoing staff development, offering opportunities to learn and grow within residential aged care and in-home services.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support or 2nd year Nursing students who have completed 1 placement are required.
• Experience in a similar role in aged care is preferred.
• Demonstrates genuine enthusiasm, care and compassion in working with elderly people.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexible to do AM/PM and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care including showering.
• Support residents with meals.
• Contribute to care planning with registered staff.
• Document care and services provided to residents.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support/ 2nd year Nursing students with placement

Job description

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) is seeking two compassionate Care Service Employees for casual shifts in Leeton. You will provide person-centred care, assist with daily living activities, and support residents’ emotional and spiritual wellbeing, across morning, afternoon, and night shifts.

You will join a not-for-profit aged care provider committed to high clinical standards and ongoing staff development, offering opportunities to learn and grow within residential aged care and in-home services.