Compassionate Personal Care Assistant - Coastal Aged Care

Harbourside Port Stephens; Shoal Bay; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary packaging up to $18,5k

Not-for-profit employer

Beautiful Port Stephens location

Job summary

Harbourside Port Stephens is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to deliver high-quality, person-centred care under the guidance of an RN or Care Manager. You will support residents to maintain dignity, independence and comfort while following individual care plans.

The role emphasizes compassionate care within a values-driven not-for-profit organisation, with opportunities for career development and access to salary packaging benefits to maximise take-home pay.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support – Ageing or equivalent.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain.
• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrated ability to follow resident care plans.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication, accurate documentation.
• Ability to use workplace technology (intranet, email, online training).
• Previous experience in residential Aged Care.
• Knowledge of strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and person-centred care.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to residents per individual care plans under RN/Care Manager supervision.
• Promote dignity, independence, comfort and quality of life for residents.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful and supportive care environment.
• Document resident information accurately and timely.
• Work effectively either individually or as part of a team.

Skills

NDIS Screening

Aged Care Experience

Communication

Documentation

Team Player

First Aid CPR

Tech Literacy

Residential Care

Standards Knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support – Ageing

Job description

Harbourside Port Stephens is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to deliver high-quality, person-centred care under the guidance of an RN or Care Manager. You will support residents to maintain dignity, independence and comfort while following individual care plans.

The role emphasizes compassionate care within a values-driven not-for-profit organisation, with opportunities for career development and access to salary packaging benefits to maximise take-home pay.