Compassionate Personal Care Assistant | PT with Shifts

Respect Group; Tongala; On-site; AUD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent part-time employment

Opportunity to pick up additional 13+?

Salary packaging benefits

Not-for-profit status

Discounted private health insurance

Job summary

Respect Group in Tongala, VIC is seeking a passionate Permanent Part-Time Personal Care Assistant to join our residential aged care home. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care and support independence for residents, with 22.5 hours per fortnight and opportunities to pick up additional shifts.

You will work with a dedicated clinical team, maintain dignity and quality of life, and contribute to a caring, supportive environment for residents.

Qualifications

• A relevant Certificate III qualification.
• Experience working in residential aged care.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• A current National Police Certificate, or the ability to obtain one.
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check, or the ability to obtain one.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people and providing compassionate, respectful care.
• All applicants must meet the relevant legislative and screening requirements for employment as an aged care worker.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, promoting residents' independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Assist with meal delivery, refreshments and residents' individual dietary requirements.
• Monitor residents and record observations accurately on relevant assessment charts and documentation.
• Document any changes or exceptions to residents' care plans and promptly report concerns to the EN or RN.
• Check residents' daily menu requirements to ensure their needs are met.
• Complete duties allocated or delegated by the RN/EN, including general ward duties.
• Work collaboratively with the care team to deliver safe, high-quality and person-centred care.
• Undertake other duties within your skills and capabilities as directed by the organisation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Compassionate care

Empathy

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support

Job description

Respect Group in Tongala, VIC is seeking a passionate Permanent Part-Time Personal Care Assistant to join our residential aged care home. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care and support independence for residents, with 22.5 hours per fortnight and opportunities to pick up additional shifts.

You will work with a dedicated clinical team, maintain dignity and quality of life, and contribute to a caring, supportive environment for residents.