Personal Care and Activities Assistant

Juniper Aged Care; Geraldton; Presencial; AUD 47.000 - 49.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

12% superannuation

Salary packaging up to $18,550 per ann

Descripción de la vacante

Juniper Hillcrest in Geraldton is seeking a Personal Care and Activities Assistant to join our residential aged care team. You will support residents with daily living needs, social engagement, and wellbeing, combining personal care with meaningful activities that enhance quality of life.

This permanent part-time role requires empathy, patience and a genuine passion for aged care, with responsibilities across care delivery and activity facilitation, ensuring residents feel valued and supported

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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 resident 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.

Conocimientos

First Aid & CPR

Manual handling

Infection control

Interpersonal skills

Experience in aged care

Activity planning

Compassion & cultural sensitivity

Educación

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

Descripción del empleo

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 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

What's On Offer

• Attractive remuneration from $34.41 up to $35.49 per hour, plus 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free "IsExpired":false}