Personal Care Assistant

Opal HealthCare; Sale; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Penalty rates on weekends/holidays

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Scholarships up to $15,000

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking compassionate Personal Care Workers to join the Sale Gardens Care Community in Sale, Victoria. The role offers permanent full-time, part-time or casual arrangements with a 7-day rotating roster and an attractive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits include penalties for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation and paid parental leave. Applicants must have Cert III in Individual Support; nursing students welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care is required.

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care

Job description

\"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do.\"
Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for, and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 145 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We’re seeking caring and committed Personal Care Workers to join our team at Sale Gardens Care Community.

What’s on offer:

• Employment Type:Permanent full-time, part-time, or casual roles available
• Roster:Flexible shifts across a 7-day rotating roster
• Hourly rate:Attractive hourly rate based on experience & qualifications
• Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

• Work-life balance with flexible shifts and rosters
  
• Career development through our Opal HealthCare Academy
  - Cert IV Med Comp Training
  - Emerging & Senior Leadership Pathways
  - Online learning via: academy.opalhealthcare.com.au
  
• Study support – Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education
  
• Leave loading – Cash out or use when needed
  
• Public holidays – Choose extra pay or time off in lieu
  
• Paid parental leave
  
• $5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard
  
• National career progression opportunities
  
• Sector-leading systems & innovation

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applications from individuals with the following:

• Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care
  
• Nursing students currently studying

If you’re compassionate, reliable, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you.

Make a Meaningful Move

Join a team that truly values your skills, supports your growth, and puts care first.

Please note: All applicants must complete a pre-employment medical, police check, and obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.