Compassionate Personal Care Assistant - Immediate Start

Right at Home (Australia); Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Safety protocols and PPE provided

Job summary

A caregiving company is seeking dedicated Personal Care Workers to provide in-home support for clients in Melbourne. As a Personal Care Assistant, you will assist with personal care tasks and enhance the quality of life for clients. The role requires a Certificate III in individual support and a compassionate approach. Benefits include competitive pay, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment focused on making a difference daily.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a PCA or in a related caregiving role preferred.
• Must be willing to undergo relevant background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily personal care tasks.
• Provide light housekeeping to maintain tidy living areas.
• Prepare meals according to clients' dietary needs.
• Support clients with medication reminders.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work ability

Desire to help others

Education

Certificate III in individual support and aged care

Current First Aid and CPR

Working with children check

Job description

Personal Care Worker : Northern Suburbs Immediate Start

NOTE: This job can longer be applied for.

Description

About Us:

At Right at Home, we provide high-quality in-home care and assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities, helping them live independently and comfortably in their own homes. We are a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to making a difference—every day.

Position Summary:

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join our team and provide non-medical care and support to clients in their homes throughout the community. As a PCA, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those we serve by assisting with daily living activities, offering companionship, and promoting independence.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility
• Provide light housekeeping such as laundry, dishes, and tidying up living areas
• Prepare and serve meals according to clients' dietary needs and preferences
• Support clients with medication reminders
• Offer companionship and emotional support
• Assist with errands and transportation to appointments as needed (if applicable)
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the care team
• Monitor and report any changes in clients’ physical, emotional, or cognitive condition to the care team or supervisor
• Follow individualised care plans and organisational policies at all times
• Promote client safety, wellbeing, and infection control practices
• Work independently while following scheduled care visits and timeframes
• Support clients with community access, including safe transport and accompaniment to appointments, social activities, and outings using own vehicle where required

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Certificate iii in individual support and gaed care
• Previous experience as a PCA, caregiver, or in a related field preferred.
• Cert iii in individual support or equivalent
• Working with children check
• Current First aid and CPR

Preferred Skills

Key Selection Criteria :

• A genuine desire to help others and make a positive difference in their lives
• Ability to work independently and follow care plans accurately
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s licence (own vehicle required; travel is an essential part of the role)
• Must be willing to undergo and pass relevant background checks and meet all state-specific requirements.

What We Offer :

• Competitive pay and potential for bonuses
• Paid training and ongoing support
• Meaningful work with opportunities for career growth
• Supportive and respectful team culture
• PPE provided and safety protocols in place
• Access to a training and learning platform to support continuous learning and upskilling.