Compassionate Personal Care Assistant (Casual)

Mercy Health; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health in Australia is seeking a Personal Care Assistant at Mercy Place Lathlain (WA) in a casual role. You will assist residents with daily personal care, mobility, meals and medications under nurse guidance, in a supportive team environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient-centred care, adherence to care plans, privacy and safety protocols, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated clinical skills relevant to personal care.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.
• Clear communication with residents, families and staff.
• Compassionate approach to patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily personal care tasks (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Help with mobility and safe transfers using mobility aids.
• Support feeding and hydration; assist with special dietary needs.
• Assist with medication reminders under nurse guidance.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment and assist with light housekeeping.
• Engage residents in activities to support physical, emotional and cognitive well-being.
• Follow care plans and preserve privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Clinical skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Job description

Mercy Health in Australia is seeking a Personal Care Assistant at Mercy Place Lathlain (WA) in a casual role. You will assist residents with daily personal care, mobility, meals and medications under nurse guidance, in a supportive team environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient-centred care, adherence to care plans, privacy and safety protocols, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.