Personal Care Assistant

Respect Group Careers; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Respect Group is seeking a Personal Care Assistant for a casual role at CWA House in Oakey, Queensland. You will provide high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents with personal care, meals, mobility and social connection, while building genuine relationships that brighten their day.

This casual role requires flexibility to work AM, PM, night shifts and weekends, with a supportive team environment and a focus on safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent) is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Reliable and committed with a genuine passion for person-centred care.
• Experience in residential aged care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personal care and assist with meals, mobility, grooming and daily activities.
• Provide companionship and encourage social engagement.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing and report changes promptly.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reliability

Empathy

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent)

Job description

At Respect, we believe aged care is about more than providing support - it's about creating places where people feel safe, valued, connected and truly at home.

As the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, Respect is a growing, values-led not-for-profit organisation with an exciting future ahead.

Following Respect's acquisition of McLean Care, our organisation is entering an exciting new chapter, bringing together people, expertise and communities with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care for older Australians. This is your opportunity to join that journey!

About the Role

Are you a compassionate, hands-on carer who wants to make a real difference every shift? Join our team as a Personal Care Assistant in a casual capacity at our residential aged care home, CWA House in Oakey, Queensland.

you'll provide high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents with personal care, meals, mobility, and social connection-while building genuine relationships that brighten their day. If you're caring, reliable, and thrive in a supportive team environment.

This is a casual position requiring flexibility to work AM, PM, Nights and weekend shifts.

No two days are the same! As Personal Care Assistant you will:

• Deliver high-quality personal care, supporting residents with daily activities while promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Assist with meals, feeding, grooming, hygiene, mobility, and light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide companionship and encourage social and emotional engagement.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, reporting any changes promptly, and help maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
• Work collaboratively with the team, communicating effectively and maintaining accurate, confidential care records.

About You

you'll thrive with us if you have:

• Hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent qualification).
• Current National Police Certificate and NDIS Workers Screening Clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable and committed, with a genuine passion for providing high-quality, person-centred care.
• Experience in residential aged care is highly desirable.
• Meet the legislative requirements for Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A friendly, supportive workplace where people and purpose matter.
• Meaningful work where you make a difference every day.
• Opportunities to build a rewarding, long-term career in aged care.
• Competitive salary packaging, with up to $15,900 for living expenses and an additional $2,650 for meals and holiday accommodation.