Personal Care Assistant

Holmwood Aged Care; Healesville; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun-Filled Culture

Impactful Work

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Holmwood Aged Care in Healesville, VIC is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to join our team on a permanent part-time basis. You will work with residents under the direction of nursing staff to deliver compassionate, person-centred care in line with individual care plans.

Key duties include supporting daily living activities, reporting health changes, maintaining records, and contributing to a respectful, friendly, and safe environment for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care is required.
• Willingness to obtain a valid Police Check.
• Australian/New Zealand residency or a valid working visa.
• Experience in aged care preferred.
• Understanding of the Aged Care Standards and legislative requirements.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Providing a high standard of care to residents to enrich their quality of life.
• Assisting and supporting residents with activities of daily living.
• Reporting health or well-being changes to nursing staff and documenting appropriately.
• Recording resident information accurately in charts or forms.
• Meeting social, emotional, spiritual, cultural and recreational needs as per care plans.
• Maintaining professional customer service when interacting with residents and staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Aged Care Standards

Resident Support

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care

Job description

Holmwood Aged Care are seeking a Personal Care Assistants to join our team on a Permanent Part Time basis.

About the Role

You will be part of a supportive team delivering high-quality care services that align with individual resident needs and choices, as outlined in their care plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing a high standard of care and service to our residents to enrich their quality of life
• Assisting and supporting residents to maintain Activities of Daily Living
• Accurately and promptly reporting any alterations observed in residents’ health or well-being to the Registered Nurse/Enrolled Nurse or Clinical Care Coordinator, and documenting in relevant charts or forms as per instructions
• Recording relevant resident information in relevant charts or forms in a timely manner.
• Ensure the social, emotional, spiritual, cultural and recreational needs of residents are met as per their preferences and their care plan.
• Ensuring a high standard of customer service including, presenting in a professional manner when interacting with residents, resident representatives and team members

About you

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• Previous experience in Aged Care preferred
• An understanding of the Aged Care Standard and legislative requirements
• Ability to build and foster strong working relationships and work well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills with both team members and residents

The successful applicant will be required to have the following:

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care
• Willingness to obtain valid Police Check
• Australian/New Zealand residency or a valid working visa

About us

At Holmwood Aged Care, we understand the critical role that the Personal Care Assistant play in providing exceptional care to our residents.Our aim is to provide a high standard ofPerson-Centred Carein partnership with residents, their family and our staff. We are committed to enriching the lives of older Australians by empowering residents to make the most out of every day in a way that is important to them; independence, dignity, and a sense of purpose.

What we offer

Fun-Filled Culture: We believe that a fun workplace is a thriving workplace. Our culture is infused with a sense of joy and camaraderie, where you'll find opportunities to connect, enjoy your work, and share meaningful moments with your colleagues and residents. We create an environment where fun is not just allowed but encouraged.

Impactful Work:As a Personal Care Assistant, you'll make a meaningful impact, bringing joy and comfort to our residents. It's a fulfilling and rewarding profession, providing the care and support they deserve.

Work-Life Balance:We offer flexible scheduling options that consider your personal commitments and well-being. We understand that caring for others requires taking care of yourself, and we encourage self-care and work-life integration. We aim to create a strong support system that promotes your overall well-being.