Personal Care Attendant (Casual) - Torrens Grove

Retire Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programs

Learning & development support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RetireAustralia is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Attendant (PCA) to join the team at Lincoln Grove Retirement Village in Kilkenny, SA. This casual night-shift role offers a rewarding opportunity to provide compassionate care to residents and support daytime staff when needed.

You will assist residents with daily activities, help with hygiene, monitor medications, assist with meals, and contribute to a safe, comfortable living environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or related healthcare setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with residents and colleagues.
• Willingness to obtain/maintain required checks (Police Check, First Aid & CPR).
• Pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities (continence management, showering, dressing, grooming).
• Ensure medications are administered promptly and accurately.
• Assist with meals, service, and daily functions for residents.
• Manage laundry tasks as needed to maintain comfort and hygiene.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support

Job description

Personal Care Attendant (PCA) – 1 Humphries Terrace, Kilkenny SA 5009

Join our vibrant team as a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) and embrace an exciting opportunity at Lincoln Grove Retirement Village located in Kilkenny SA

A key requirement of this casual role is availability for night shifts, with the flexibility to pick up shifts at short notice to cover unplanned absences, sick leave and annual leave, ensuring continuity of care for our residents

Please note: This position is based in Kilkenny, SA. To be considered, applicants must be currently residing in the local area and hold valid working rights in Australia.

We are seeking a motivated person to make a positive impact and become part of our close-knit team, as well as embrace the chance to be a source of support and comfort for our residents.

The position

Reporting to the Village Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting and supporting residents in their daily activities, including tasks like continence management, showering, dressing, and personal grooming
• Ensuring residents receive their prescribed medications promptly and accurately
• Collaborating in the preparation, service, and delivery of daily meals and special functions for our cherished residents
• Managing laundry tasks for residents as required, maintaining their comfort and hygiene

We’re on the lookout for someone with:

• Demonstrated experience in the role and industry
• Great communication skills both written and verbal
• Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support
• National Police Check (or ability to obtain)
• First Aid & CPR Certificate (or ability to obtain)
• Prepared to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment including Drug and Alcohol Testing

Our benefits

• The wellbeing of all RetireAustralia team members is our priority and we regularly run initiatives such as safety training, wellness challenges, mental health awareness programs and a free annual flu vaccination program.
• We have a dedicated learning and development team, who have received industry recognition for their training and development programs which assist team members to achieve their personal and professional development goals while working at RetireAustralia.
• RetireAustralia offers a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program to all employees and their family members to assist with work-related and personal issues.

Who we are

RetireAustralia is a leading private owner, operator and developer of retirement villages with a focus on creating thriving communities where older Australians live the life they choose in their own homes.

Across our villages in New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia we are revolutionising retirement living through our continuum of care model and range of accommodation options that integrate independent living with Support At Home services and on-site higher acuity care facilities. We are also building the future of retirement living, expanding several existing communities and developing new purpose-built communities in areas with high demand for quality senior living.

With customers at the centre, a wonderful culture and an ambitious growth strategy in a sector experiencing rapid expansion and diversification, RetireAustralia is an employer of choice for individuals who want to make their mark.