Personal Care Assistant - Inala Lodge

Regis; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Personal development

Career pathways

Salary Sacrifice

Parental leave

Health & gym discounts

Counselling access

Employee referrals

Rewards program

Job summary

Regis Inala Lodge in Melbourne is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents in aged care. You will support daily living activities, empower residents to make choices, and help maintain their independence in a respectful, safe environment.

Training is provided if you are new to aged care, and the role offers pathways to ongoing development across Regis’ network.

Qualifications

• 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; training provided if new to aged care.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Caring for others

Compassionate

Team player

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (or higher)

Nursing qualification (optional)

Tools

None

Job description

Join our passionate team who love what they do and can support you in building your career at our Regis Home. 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 12,000 employees across Australia, there are endless opportunities to grow or progress your career in any way you want.

How you will make an impact as a Personal Care Assistant

• 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

Make a real impact you can feel good about. There’s something special about what we do at Regis. We know that real care isn’t only about meeting needs, it’s about truly knowing the people we look after.

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

• Enjoy a flexible working environment giving you better life balance and wellbeing
• Lots of opportunities to realise your potential in an organisation that invests in your personal development.
• Be supported to grow, learn, and explore new career pathways or specialisations across Australia
• Salary Sacrifice – Novated Lease (Maxxia)
• Enjoy a 12-week parental leave policy, supporting you and your family every step of the way
• Caring for your wellbeing through discounts on health insurance and gym membership, and free access to counselling, financial guidance and personal support
• An Employee Referral Program, where you can get financially rewarded for recommending friends for roles at Regis
• Plus, we have reward and recognition programs celebrating your hard work

Belonging at Regis Inala Lodge

Located in the leafy Melbourne suburb of Blackburn South, Regis Inala Lodge is in close proximity to the bus link to Box Hill Central and Burwood One shops. Our Home is located in our Inala complex which also includes Regis Alawarra Lodge (residential aged care), Regis Eastern Metro (Home Care), Regis Day Therapy, Regis Day Respite, and Regis Inala Village (Retirement Living).

What our people love about working here

As a team that supports older people to live life on their terms, we genuinely care - for our people, our work and the elderly. We make a big deal of recognising and supporting you, creating a culture of mutual respect, and offering more opportunities to build your career.

We believe in the power of hearts and minds. We know how the little things make a real difference. We are a close-knit, collaborative team that values kindness and puts your wellbeing first. Our commitment to your safety shines through in our Circle of Care initiative, the winner in the Safer and Supported Workforce Awards 2024, which ensures you are physically and psychologically safe at work. We want you to feel seen, valued, and respected for who you are as an individual and the professional skills you bring to the team. We celebrate your work, support your life outside of work and consider you one of our own from the start.

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.