Personal Care and Activities Assistant

Juniper; City Of Greater Geraldton; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Salary packaging

12% Superannuation

Juniperks employee platform

Health insurance discounts

Job summary

Juniper Hillcrest in Geraldton is seeking a Personal Care and Activities Assistant to join our residential aged care team and deliver meaningful, person-centred care to residents. You will support daily living activities, social engagement, and wellbeing, combining personal care with engaging activities.

This role offers a permanent part-time arrangement working 20.5 hours per week. Ideal applicants will have empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for aged care, with a focus on dignity and

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home & Community) or equivalent qualification.
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate.
• Manual handling and infection control training
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including with people living with dementia
• Experience providing personal care in aged care, disability, or community settings
• Ability to plan, deliver, and adapt activities to support physical, social, and emotional wellbeing
• Compassion, patience, and cultural sensitivity

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility, and meal assistance
• Support residents to participate in social, recreational, and wellness activities
• Facilitate engaging group and one-on-one activities tailored to customer interests and abilities
• Assist with transport and mobility to and from activities (if required)
• Monitor and report changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour to clinical staff
• Maintain accurate documentation and care/activity records
• Promote dignity, independence, and respect in all interactions
• Work collaboratively with the care team, families, and allied health professionals

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Empathy

Patience

Dementia awareness

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home & Community)

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

About Juniper:

At Juniper, Best Care and Services is at the heart of everything we do. It’s about putting people first, recognising individuality, supporting safety and wellbeing, building meaningful connections and delivering care that makes a difference for our customers.

As one of Western Australia’s largest local aged care providers, we provide care, accommodation and support services to older Western Australians across the state. Whatever your role, you’ll contribute to bringing Best Care and Services to life, helping ensure our customers receive care and support that truly matters.

About the role:

Juniper Hillcrest located in Geraldton is seeking a Personal Care and Activities Assistant (PCAA) to join our supportive residential aged care team and help deliver meaningful, person-centered care to our residents.

In this role, you will support residents with their daily living needs, social engagement, and overall wellbeing, combining personal care with meaningful activities that enhance quality of life. You will help create a welcoming and supportive environment where residents feel valued, respected, and able to live with dignity and purpose.

This role is ideal for someone with empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for aged care, who enjoys building relationships and making a positive difference in people’s lives every day.

This is a permanent part-time role, working 20.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility, and meal assistance
• Support residents to participate in social, recreational, and wellness activities
• Facilitate engaging group and one-on-one activities tailored to customer interests and abilities
• Assist with transport and mobility to and from activities (if required)
• Monitor and report any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour to clinical staff
• Maintain accurate documentation and care/activity records
• Promote dignity, independence, and respect in all interactions
• Work collaboratively with the care team, families, and allied health professionals

Key Requirements:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home & Community) or equivalent qualification
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Manual handling and infection control trainingStrong interpersonal and communication skills, including with people living with dementia
• Experience providing personal care in aged care, disability, or community settings
• Ability to plan, deliver, and adapt activities to support physical, social, and emotional wellbeing
• Compassion, patience, and cultural sensitivity

What's on offer:

• Attractive remuneration from $34.41 up to $35.49per hour, plus 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
• All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
• Health Insurance discounts

We encourage people of all ages and cultures to apply.