Personal Care Worker

Churches Of Christ; Warwick; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Competitive casual rates with 25% load

Generous annual leave

Learning and development

Job summary

Churches of Christ in Warwick invites applications for a Casual Personal Care Worker to join our Residential Aged Care team. You will assist residents with daily activities, support mobility and meals, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

We value compassionate care and require a Certificate III in Individual Support (or be working towards it), plus strong communication and teamwork. NDIS Worker Screening and Police Check are expected or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support or currently enrolled to complete.
• Demonstrates compassionate, patient and respectful approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• NDIS Worker Screening and Police Check available or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities, including personal care, mobility and meals.
• Build positive relationships and support emotional and social wellbeing.
• Encourage independence while respecting individual needs and preferences.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment for residents.
• Report changes in residents' health to nursing staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient and caring

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Job description

Casual opportunitiesSupportive, values-driven organisationSalary packaging benefits

Personal Care Worker | Warwick Aged Care Service

Casual role

About the Opportunity

We are looking for caring and reliable Personal Care Workers who hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent), or are currently working towards this qualification, to join our Residential Aged Care team in Warwick.

Whether you are already experienced in aged care or currently completing your studies, this is a great opportunity to put your skills into practice while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

What you'll be responsible for

• Assist residents with daily activities, including personal care, mobility and meals.
• Build positive relationships with residents and support their emotional and social wellbeing.
• Encourage independence while respecting each resident's individual needs and preferences.
• Help create a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment.
• Recognise and report changes in residents' health and wellbeing to nursing staff.

About you

We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with older people and brings a positive, team-focused attitude to their work. As a Personal Care Worker, you'll play an important role in helping our residents feel comfortable, supported and valued every day.

You'll ideally bring:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent qualification), or be currently enrolled and working towards completion.
• Have a caring, patient and respectful approach to supporting residents.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Hold an NDIS Worker Screening and current Police Check (or be willing to obtain them).
• Have valid Australian working rights (sponsorship is not available).

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage, and is committed to providing exceptional care to older people.

Why join Churches of Christ?

Churches of Christ is one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning more than 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care and residential aged care, with services across Queensland and Victoria.

What we offer

• Competitive casual rates with 25% casual loading
• Ability to take-up an ATO supported benefit of up to $18,549 on living expenses (mortgage repayments, rent, entertainment) paid from your gross income – before tax. Potentially reducing your tax burden, dependent upon individual circumstance, working for a for-purpose organisation.
• Generous annual leave to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
• A supportive and positive workplace culture where collaboration and compassion matter.
• Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of older Australians.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning, development and professional growth.
• The opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation committed to quality, dignity and compassionate care.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.