Personal Care Assistant- Cairns

Regis Aged Care; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Competitive rates

Development

Study assistance

Reward and recognition

Job summary

Regis Aged Care in Far North Queensland is hiring AIN-PCA staff. The role offers annual salary AU$71,590 to AU$72,000 depending on grade, plus superannuation and penalties.

Development opportunities exist within a large national network and a continuity of care model that lets you build strong relationships with residents. Join a values-driven organisation with flexible work options, comprehensive training, and ongoing career progression across many Regis locations including Ayr, Home Hill,

Qualifications

• Certificate III or higher in Individual Support, Nursing, or related health/care studies.
• Prior experience as a personal carer in aged care is a big plus; training will be provided if new to aged care.
• Commitment to delivering personalised holistic care and supporting residents in achieving their goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive care that enriches residents' daily life.
• Support residents’ independence and empower their choices.
• Deliver personalised care that meets Regis Aged Care best practice.

Skills

Compassionate care

Education

Certificate III or higher in Individual Support, Nursing, or related health/care studies

Job description

Description and requirements

AIN-PCA – Far North Queensland | Opportunities | Aged Care

Annual Salary from AU$71,590 upto $72,000 – dependent upon grade + superannuation + penalties

Description and requirements

AIN-PCA – Far North Queensland | Opportunities | Aged Care

Annual Salary from AU$71,590 upto $72,000 – dependent upon grade + superannuation + penalties

Level of experience and skill will determine grade and salary

• Far North QLD Australia - Metro & Regional Locations
• Homes include: Ayr, Home Hill, Kirwan, Redlynch, Whitfield
• Link for more information: https://www.regis.com.au/aged-care-facilities/locations/
• Full time role
• Develop your career with a leading Aged Care provider
• Work for a values driven organisation

The opportunity

Join our passionate team who love what they do and can support you in building your career at our Regis Aged Care. Our continuity of carer model means you will have the time to build strong relationships through being the familiar face our residents rely upon.

At over 84 locations supported by 13,000 employees across Australia, there are endless opportunities to grow or progress your career in any way you want.

What Your Compassionate Care Looks Like

• Provide proactive care that enriches our resident’s daily life
• Support residents’ and empower their choices and independence
• Deliver personalised care that meets Regis Aged Care best practice

What You Will Bring To The Role

• A true passion for caring for others
• A caring credential - a Certificate III or higher in Individual Support, Nursing, or related health/care studies
• Prior experience as a personal carer in aged care is a big plus. If you are new to aged care, we will make sure you get the training you need to succeed.
• A commitment to deliver personalised holistic care that supports residents in achieving their goals and having their needs met - support them to live the life they deserve
• If you are currently studying your nursing degree and have completed an aged care clinical placement, or you have an overseas nursing qualification, we want to hear from you. Your compassion and dedication are exactly what we are looking for.

Benefits That Support And Reward You

• Flexibility - experience the flexibility to balance work and life
• Competitive Rates - earn competitive hourly rates with opportunities for overtime
• Development - grow your career through comprehensive training and development programs
• Study Assistance - whether you're starting out or advancing your qualifications, our Study Assistance Program supports everything from traineeships to Bachelor Degrees
• Reward and Recognition - your dedication won’t go unnoticed—our reward and recognition initiatives celebrate the great work you do every day

Belonging at Regis

We are proud to support over 10,000 residents and clients across residential aged care homes, home care, retirement living, day therapy and day respite centres. The work we do positively impacts the lives of older people and their families. It really is work you can feel good about.

What Our Carers Love About Working Here

Enjoy the benefit of working for a big organisation, with better resources and equipment, and more layers of support to lean on, like on-call nurses, clinical care teams, specialists in things like health and safety, quality and improvement, maintenance staff, and more. This means you can focus on the real job of caring without feeling overwhelmed. With clear processes and excellent working conditions, you'll feel more confident and in control, making your job more rewarding.

At Regis, real impact starts with you.

No matter your role, you can take pride in knowing you are making a real, lasting impact on people’s lives and helping to shape the future of aged care in Australia. It is work you can feel good about. #JoinRegis

To work in residential aged care, you will need to provide satisfactory background checks, including NDIS or police check (role dependent), current year flu vaccination, and certification proof.