Personal Care Worker

Lutheran Homes Group; Adelaide; In loco; AUD 52.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

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Salary packaging

Annual leave loading

Wellbeing support

Staff development

Discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Lutheran Homes Group is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Worker to support residents in our Adelaide aged care facility. Morning and night shifts available, delivering high-quality personal care to residents with dignity and respect.

Join a not-for-profit provider offering salary packaging, annual leave loading, confidential wellbeing support, and staff development opportunities as part of a supportive team.

Competenze

• Experience in a similar role (preferred).
• Kind, caring and respectful.
• Good organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Discretion and respect for privacy.

Mansioni

• Deliver personal care to residents with respect and empathy.
• Assist with daily living activities and monitor well-being.
• Report changes to nursing staff promptly.
• Collaborate with the team to support resident independence.

Conoscenze

Empathy

Time management

Discretion

Team collaboration

Descrizione del lavoro

Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of Home and Community Support, Retirement Living, and Residential Care across South Australia and Victoria. Our organisation provides services to over 2,000 residents, supported by a dedicated team of 1,500 staff and volunteers.

Together, we deliver personalised care that empowers ageing Australians to live with dignity and choice. Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, we continue to grow and set new standards of excellence while making a positive impact on the lives of those we support.

What we offer

• Competitive wages in line with the Aged Care Award 2010
• Ongoing training, professional development, and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Meaningful work that makes a real difference in the lives of ageing Australians every day

Your pay and benefits at a glance

• Access to salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free each year, plus the ability to salary package an additional $2,650 for eligible meal entertainment and holiday accommodation expenses
• Extra financial boost while you're on leave - 17.5% annual leave loading
• Free confidential counselling and well-being support for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive retail, lifestyle, and insurance discounts

About the Role

We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Worker to join our caring and committed aged care team and who is available morning and nights on weekdays. In this vital role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality assistance, support, and hands-on personal care to residents within our aged care facility. Your care will help ensure that each resident is treated with respect and empathy, while supporting their dignity, independence, and overall sense of well‑being.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct activities of daily living for residents while monitoring their well-being and reporting any changes to nursing staff
• Ensure awareness of risks while providing personal care
• Collaborate with the team and provide support to other members when necessary
• Work in a supportive environment with leadership dedicated to your growth and success.

What You Will Need

• Experience in a similar role - Preferred.
• Kind, caring and respectful
• Good organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Uses tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive matters and maintaining consumer privacy and confidentiality

Candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and must hold a current NDIS Worker Clearance. In line with current health guidelines for the aged care sector, candidates are strongly encouraged to be up to date with all recommended vaccinations.

Lutheran Homes Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and faiths who share our commitment to caring for others.

Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time