Personal Care Worker

BaptistCare; Wundowie; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

BaptistCare is seeking Part-Time Personal Care Workers for Wyndham Lodge in Werribee, Victoria. Flexible hours including mornings, afternoons and nights with weekday and weekend shifts cater to resident needs.

Essential qualifications include Certificate III in Aged Care and at least 12 months in an aged care setting. The role emphasizes compassion, confidentiality and teamwork to support older adults daily living.

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate III in Aged Care and Australian work rights.
• Minimum of 12 months experience in an Aged Care facility.
• Be customer focused with a passion for working in Aged Care.
• Demonstrate confidentiality, reliability and a flexible attitude.
• Collaborate effectively within a ward/house environment under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Listen to consumers and understand what is important to them and support them to achieve their goals
• Follow the care plan and work to a planned schedule under the direction of a registered nurse
• Record consumer outcomes into Baptcare records
• Participate in the continuous improvement cycle at the home
• Build relationships with families and other agencies to improve residents' lives
• Report workplace and consumer risks to management
• Attend scheduled training to maintain skills

Skills

Customer focus

Attention to detail

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Job description

About us

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.

The Role:

Wyndham Lodge, a Baptcare Residential Aged Care facility in Werribee, Victoria, is actively welcoming new residents and is offering Part-Time opportunities for Personal Care Workers. We are looking for dependable candidates who can work flexible hours including weekdays and weekends for morning, afternoon, and night shifts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Listen to consumers and understand what is important to them and support them to achieve their goals
• Following the care plan, work to a planned schedule under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Record consumer outcomes into the appropriate Baptcare records
• Participate in the continuous improvement cycle at the home
• Build relationships with families and other agencies/stakeholders with the goal of improving life for consumers in care
• Report workplace risks to management
• Report consumer risks to management, including inappropriate behaviours or actions not aligned to our values
• Attend regular scheduled training to maintain your level of skill

Essential Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum Certificate III in Aged Care
• Minimum of 12 months working experience in an Aged Care facility
• Be customer focused with a passion for working in Aged Care
• Have excellent attention to detail, be honest and reliable, and possess a positive and flexible attitude
• A proven ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively in a team

If you have a true passion for caring for the elderly and ensuring their wellbeing and daily lifestyle needs are met, we would love to hear from you!

What’s it for You?

Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You'll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.

Further, the successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing of up to $18,550 per annum!
• Ongoing professional development and team building opportunities
• Access to confidential counselling and support services

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.

A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role.

If you require support with the application process, please contact [e-mail].

At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.

Baptcare 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.

Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.

Advertised:

02 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close:

06 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time