Personal Care Worker

Baptist Care; City of Devonport; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Employee Assistance Program access

NFP salary packaging up to $18,550

Job summary

BaptistCare Karingal, Devonport TAS is seeking compassionate Personal Care Workers for casual night shifts (11:00 pm–7:00 am). Compensation is $36.82–$39.94 per hour plus 25% casual loading and NFP salary packaging up to $18,550.

Ongoing training and a supportive team culture are offered to help residents feel safe, comfortable and well cared for. The role involves delivering hands-on personal care per care plans, recording outcomes, and working with residents, families and staff to ensure

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent.
• Experience in residential aged care (preferred).
• Availability and willingness to work night shifts from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am.
• Flexible and positive — comfortable working across a variety of shifts.
• Genuine passion for caring for older people and supporting their wellbeing.
• Honest, reliable, and attentive to detail.
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Proof of working rights in Australia.
• Willingness to complete a medical assessment to confirm physical capability for the role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care in line with each resident’s care plan, supporting their goals and daily needs.
• Listen to residents and understand what matters most to them.
• Accurately record consumer outcomes in BaptistCare systems.
• Build respectful relationships with residents, families, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the home.
• Report workplace and consumer risks to management promptly and appropriately.
• Attend scheduled training to maintain your skills and compliance.

Skills

Compassionate care

Night shift availability

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care)

Job description

Casual | BaptistCare Karingal, Devonport TAS | $36.82 - $39.94 per hour + 25% casual loading + NFP benefits

Caring for people isn’t just something you do; it’s who you are!

If you’re passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of senior Australians, BaptistCare wants to hear from you.

We are currently seeking compassionate and reliable Personal Care Workers to join our team at BaptistCare Karingal on a casual basis, working night shifts from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys night work and wants to provide quality care and support to residents throughout the night, helping them feel safe, comfortable and well cared for.

WHAT WE OFFER

• $36.82 - $39.94 per hour + 25% casual loading, plus NFP salary packaging up to $18,550 - one of the most competitive take-home packages in the sector.
• The role will primarily focus on night shifts (11:00 pm - 7:00 am); however, flexibility and availability to work morning and afternoon shifts when required would also be highly regarded.
• Ongoing training and professional development to keep your skills sharp and your career moving.
• A culture of genuine respect, positive intention, and strong teamwork.
• Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program.

THE ROLE

Working under the direction of a Residential Care and Services Manager, you’ll deliver hands-on personal care that’s guided by each resident’s individual care plan.

Every day looks a little different, but the focus is always the same: the person in front of you.

• Deliver personal care in line with each resident’s care plan, supporting their goals and daily needs
• Listen to residents and take the time to understand what matters most to them
• Accurately record consumer outcomes in BaptistCare systems
• Build respectful relationships with residents, families, and external stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the home
• Report workplace and consumer risks to management promptly and appropriately
• Attend scheduled training to maintain your skills and compliance

ABOUT YOU

You’re compassionate, reliable, and take pride in providing quality care. You’re comfortable working independently when required while knowing the importance of teamwork and communication.
To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent

• Experience in residential aged care (preferred)
• Availability and willingness to work night shifts from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am.
• Flexible and positive - comfortable working across a variety of shifts
• Genuine passion for caring for older people and supporting their wellbeing
• Honest, reliable, and attentive to detail
• Strong team player with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Proof of working rights in Australia
• Willingness to complete a medical assessment to confirm physical capability for the role

ABOUT BAPTISTCARE

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

BaptistCare - Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.