Compassionate Personal Care Worker — Part-Time & Flexible

Uniting AgeWell Careers; Tasmania; On-site; AUD 38,572 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Public transport access

Free parking

Above award pay

Salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,,G

Annual Leave Loading

Career growth

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced Parental Leave

Uniting AgeWell network locations

Not-for-profit organisation

Job summary

Uniting AgeWell is seeking compassionate Personal Care Workers to join our dedicated team in Victoria. We offer permanent part-time roles with rotating shifts including early and late blocks, and opportunities for casual work for greater flexibility.

Join a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation delivering high-quality care to older people across residential and home settings. Travel within our Victoria network may be required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Ageing Support or equivalent required.
• Experience in residential aged care or home care preferred.
• Experience with dementia and palliative care highly regarded.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Commitment to dignity, empathy and resident wellbeing.
• Aligned with BEST philosophy: Believe, Excel, Support, Trust.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care respecting residents' individual, cultural and spiritual needs.
• Provide personal care and support for complex needs, including dementia, palliative, restorative care and pain management.
• Assist nursing staff with assessments, care planning, documentation and evaluation of care outcomes.
• Monitor resident wellbeing and promptly report changes to the team.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families and colleagues.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment by reporting hazards and issues.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal resident outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and team members.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Respect for residents

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Job description

Uniting AgeWell is seeking compassionate Personal Care Workers to join our dedicated team in Victoria. We offer permanent part-time roles with rotating shifts including early and late blocks, and opportunities for casual work for greater flexibility.

Join a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation delivering high-quality care to older people across residential and home settings. Travel within our Victoria network may be required.