Compassionate Personal Care Worker - Flexible Shifts

St Basil's Homes (SA); Adelaide; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Meaningful work

Team culture

Salary packaging

Job summary

St Basil’s Homes (SA) is seeking passionate Personal Care Workers to support older adults with respectful, person-centred care across a diverse community. Casual or permanent part-time opportunities are available, offering flexible shifts and a supportive team environment.

You will join our Christie Downs site to provide compassionate care, tailored to each resident’s needs and heritage. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical and non-clinical leaders, preserving residents’ independence

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aged care or personal care.
• Availability across morning and afternoon shifts, with capacity to provide cover during September and October.
• Ability to work with residents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Genuine passion for helping older people maintain independence and wellbeing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Formal qualifications in Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services (Certificate III or IV in Individual Support or equivalent preferred).
• National Police Clearance (or willingness to undertake).
• NDIS Clearance (or willingness to undertake – specific to our St Peters site).
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality personal care and support to residents according to individual care plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, mobility, and mealtime support.
• Encourage and facilitate resident participation in social and recreational activities.
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with residents, families, and staff with cultural sensitivity.
• Observe and report changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour to clinical staff.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standard of care and uphold privacy, dignity, and choice.

Skills

Aged care experience

Culturally sensitive care

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexible scheduling

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Certificate IV in Individual Support

Job description

St Basil’s Homes (SA) is seeking passionate Personal Care Workers to support older adults with respectful, person-centred care across a diverse community. Casual or permanent part-time opportunities are available, offering flexible shifts and a supportive team environment.

You will join our Christie Downs site to provide compassionate care, tailored to each resident’s needs and heritage. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical and non-clinical leaders, preserving residents’ independence