Personal Care Worker

Estia Health; Myrtle Bank; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card discount

Discounted car hire

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing App

Novated leasing

Workplace banking support

Nib health insurance discounts

JB HiFi discounts

Job summary

Estia Health is seeking compassionate caregivers to support our residents in daily living activities and care routines. You will work as part of a team to ensure residents feel heard, comfortable and well-nourished.

You will assist with challenging needs, promote activity, monitor health, and help with treatments while upholding privacy and dignity. A Certificate III/IV in Aged Care is preferred, with strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving or similar role.
• Excellent communication with residents and team.
• Proficient in basic clinical documentation and computer use.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities to ensure residents are heard, comfortable and well fed.
• Collaborate with the care team to support residents with challenging needs.
• Encourage activities to keep residents physically and mentally active.
• Monitor residents health and assist with treatments as directed.
• Be a friendly presence and respect residents' privacy and dignity.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Computer skills

Education

Certificate III/IV in Aged Care

Job description

At Estia Health, we’re more than just a workplace: we’re a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you’re passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to hear from you.Everyday, over 14,000 employees choose to make a difference at Estia Health, sharing a joint purpose to enrich and celebrate the lives of our residents. With 96 homes (and growing), across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, you will play a part in positively impacting the lives of our residents and their families.Join us in playing a special role in the future of aged care.About the RoleEvery individual in our homes has a story. You’ll get to know each one as you:Lend a hand with daily life – making sure our residents feel heard, comfy and well-fedWork with our team to support those with challenging needsHelp keep our residents’ bodies and minds activeKeep tabs on our residents’ health – helping with treatmentsBe a friend to our residentsMake sure every resident’s privacy and dignity is respectedYou’ll be a true team player and great communicator, with:A real desire to make a difference in people’s livesA Certificate III or IV in Aged CareTime spent working as a caregiver or similarSolid clinical documentation and computer skillsBenefits available:Retail savings with the Blue Light CardDiscounted car hireEmployee Assistance Program for you and your familyFree Wellbeing App to support your mental and physical healthNovated leasing for vehiclesWorkplace banking supportACN membership discounts for nursesDiscounted health insurance with nib healthDiscounted JB HiFiAs one of the largest and fastest growing aged care providers in Australia, we need exceptional people to join us on our journey of providing high quality person centred aged care and services. If this is you, Apply now!Estia Health is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. If you need assistance to participate in our application process, please let us know.Please be advised that we do not accept emailed applications for this position. To apply, simply click the 'Apply' button and follow the instructions provided.Note: All shortlisted applicants will need to pass the required background checks. During the influenza season, all staff are required to provide evidence of a current influenza vaccination. If you are interested in a role, please ensure you apply online, as we do not accept emailed resumes.