PCA's & Domestic Cleaners - Casual

Calder Care Services; Melton; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Calder Care Services Pty Ltd are seeking dedicated Domestic Cleaners and PCA roles to support participants in Melbourne's western suburbs. In these casual roles, you will provide personalised care and support to individuals with disabilities and mental health conditions, enabling independence and active community participation.

You'll assist with daily living, personal care, and domestic tasks, build trusting relationships, coordinate with healthcare professionals, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driver's license and access to a reliable & insured vehicle.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check is required.
• Current Victorian Police Check (valid within past 3 years)
• Working with Children Check (employment type) required
• Current First Aid and CPR certification mandatory
• Relevant qualifications CHC33021/CHC43015/CHC43315/CHC53315 preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities including personal care tasks such as showering, toileting and hygiene.
• Provide domestic cleaning and household task support; cleaning equipment provided.
• Offer emotional support and build positive relationships with clients.
• Facilitate social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for client wellbeing.
• Advocate for client needs and liaise with healthcare professionals and support networks.
• Maintain accurate client records and complete shift notes after each shift.
• Adhere to organisational policies, procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Clear English

Interpersonal skills

1:1 support

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Certificate IV in Home and Community Care

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Diploma of Mental Health

Job description

Calder Care Services are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Domestic Cleaners and PCA's to join our team to support participants in various locations of Melbourne's western suburbs. In this casual role, you will play a vital part in providing personalised care and support to individuals with disabilities and mental health conditions, empowering them to live independently and actively participate in their communities.

Majority of participants currently needing assistance are based in the following areas: Melton, Altona Meadows and Gisborne.

What you'll be doing

Assist clients with daily living activities such as; personal care tasks. This will include - shower assistance, toileting and general hygiene help. PCA's eligible for this role must hold either of the following qualifications: Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (CHC33021) AND/OR Certificate IV in Home and Community Care (CHC43015).

Support clients with access to community, transport assistance and aid with domestic household tasks such as general household cleaning. All staff will be provided with cleaning equipment.

Provide emotional support and build positive/professional relationships with clients

Facilitate social, recreational, and therapeutic activities to promote client wellbeing

Advocate for client needs and liaise with healthcare professionals and support networks

Maintain accurate client records and documentation including the completion of shift noting after each concluded shift.

Adhere to organisational policies, procedures, and safety standards

What we're looking for

Experience in mental health, disability, or aged care support work - desired, although not mandatory.

A genuine passion for supporting individuals with disabilities and mental health conditions

Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Must speak and understand clear English.

Ability to focus on the specific needs, goals, or issues towards a single individual/participant (1:1 support)

The ability to support the operational scheduling needs of the business. We expect our staff to be able to accommodate for all client needs. Therefore, our staff need to be able to work a domestic cleaning shift if rostered as not all rostered shifts are purely support work focused.

Flexible availability to suit clients needs (we are also very flexible with work life balance and staff commitments, although expect consistency with availability)

Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature

Relevant qualifications are desired, such as a Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (CHC33021), Certificate IV in Home and Community Care (CHC43015), Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315), Diploma of Mental Health (CHC53315) or equivalent

Must hold a valid driver's license and access to a reliable & insured vehicle Must hold a current NDIS Workers Screening Check Must hold a valid Victorian Police Check (will accept validity within past 3 years) Must hold a valid Working with Children's check (employment type) Current First Aid and CPR certification

What we offer

Competitive hourly rates and casual employment benefits

Ongoing internal training and professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Paid travel time and kms between rostered clients.

About us

Calder Care Services Pty Ltd have serviced Melbourne & greater Melbourne for over 25 years. We provide a wide range of services such as- support, respite, personal care, domestic assistance, maintenance, support coordination, recovery coaching and occupational therapy.

At Calder Care, our vision is to walk alongside every individual, offering compassionate care, unwavering support and meaningful opportunities to live life to the fullest. Calder Care Services wish to create a world where every older person and every individual living with a disability are seen, heard, and empowered to thrive.