Multiskilled Carer — Aged Care & Dementia Support

Juniper Aged Care; Muluckine; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper The Residency and Bethavon facility in Northam is seeking a Multiskilled Carer to support residents with daily living, personal care, and social needs. You will contribute to a homely and respectful environment for residents, including those living with dementia.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with health professionals, families, and staff. A Certificate III in Individual Support or Aged Care is desirable, with relevant experience welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience in an aged care setting as a carer is required or desirable.
• Certificate III in Individual Support or Aged Care is desirable.
• Empathy and ability to relate to elderly residents is essential.
• Ability to interpret care plans and provide tailored care to residents.
• Strong communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of cognitive strategies and meeting mental and emotional health needs of residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care needs such as bathing, dental hygiene, dressing and grooming.
• Support residents in maintaining independence by assisting with activities and mobility aids.
• Complete accurate documentation and report to Nursing, Allied Health, and Management as required.
• Maintain respectful workplace communication, openness to change, and kindness.
• Assist with medication administration in line with facility policies.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Teamwork with health professionals

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support or Aged Care

Job description

Juniper The Residency and Bethavon facility in Northam is seeking a Multiskilled Carer to support residents with daily living, personal care, and social needs. You will contribute to a homely and respectful environment for residents, including those living with dementia.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with health professionals, families, and staff. A Certificate III in Individual Support or Aged Care is desirable, with relevant experience welcomed.