Personal Care Worker | Qurindi

Apollo Care Alliance; Quirindi; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Not for Profit Salary Packaging

Care Friends

Employee Support

Competitive Hourly Rate + Penalties +

Onsite Parking

Part-time opportunity

Job summary

Quirindi Care Services in Quirindi, NSW, is seeking a Personal Care Worker to support residents with daily living and emotional wellbeing in a person-centred approach. This part-time position offers flexible shifts and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated aged care team.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and comfort in line with each resident's Care Plan, while upholding quality standards and compassionate care. Training and support are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum Cert III in Aged Care or equivalent (or currently studying)
• NDIS Worker Clearance or willing to obtain
• Valid working rights in Australia
• Experience in providing personal care in an aged care setting
• Compassionate and empathetic nature

Responsibilities

• Care and services are delivered in accordance with the agreed Care Plan.
• Personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral and dental care and continence care.
• Mobility assistance including use of aids and falls prevention.
• Eating and drinking support with attention to dietary requirements.
• Basic skin care including repositioning and application of skin creams.

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

NDIS Worker Clearance

Valid working rights in Australia

Job description

Quirindi Care Services is a trusted provider of aged care with 68 residential beds, offering a range of options including long-term residential care, independent living units, and short-term respite or palliative care. With over 40 years of expertise, we are committed to delivering the highest quality services, embracing the needs of a diverse community, and redefining aged care for today’s modern society.

Your Role

As a Personal Care Worker, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a positive resident experience in providing a person-centred approach to care. Working Part-Time, you will foster a collaborative approach in supporting our residents with all aspects of their daily needs and emotional wellbeing, essentially creating what we believe will enable older people to live their best lives.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation:Enjoy a base rate of $32.61 to $36.23 per hour, Penalties, 12% Super, and 17.5% Leave Loading
• Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free + Meals & Entertainment- https://nationalsalarypackaging.com.au/
• Care Friends:Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It's our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board!
• Employee Support:An Employee Assistance Program(EAP) with 24/7 access to a range of benefits for you and your immediate family.
• Competitive Hourly Rate + Penalties + Onsite Parking
• Part-time opportunity

What You’ll Do:

• Care and services are delivered in accordance with the agreed Care Plan.
• Personal care, including but not limited to: Personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral and dental care and continence care.
• Mobility, including using aids and falls prevention.
• Eating and drinking, including awareness of special dietary requirements.
• Basic skin care including repositioning and application of skin creams.

To be successful you will need:

• A minimum Cert III in Aged Care or equivalent (or currently studying)
• NDIS Worker Clearanceor willing to obtain https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/services/ndiswc
• Valid working rights in Australia
• Experience in providing personal care in an aged care setting
• A passion for delivering a person-centred approach to care
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• An understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards
• Compassionate and Empathetic nature

Interested?

We would love to hear from you!