Personal Care Workers |Tweed Heads (Casual)

Infinite Care; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Weekly onboarding

Career development opportunities

Salary packaging available

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

Infin8 Care is seeking a compassionate Lifestyle Assistant to support residents with personal care and meaningful activities at our Tweed Heads home. You will work with nursing and engagement teams to promote wellbeing and resident connection, delivering care with empathy and professionalism.

Ideal candidates will have a Certificate III in related fields, a genuine passion for elder care, and the flexibility to cover a 7-day roster.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support or related field is required or relevant.
• Previous aged care experience preferred (12 months+).
• Casual Personal Care Worker with availability across 7 days AM/PM/ND shifts, minimum 3 shifts per week.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Encourage participation in meaningful lifestyle programs and social activities.
• Engage residents with one-on-one interactions and group activities in a timely, compassionate manner.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Positive attitude

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support/Leisure & Lifestyle/Health Services

Tools

First Aid & CPR Certificate

Job description

The Opportunity

Make Every Day Meaningful

At Infin8 Care, our Lifestyle Assistants play a vital role in creating positive and engaging experiences for our residents. If you’re passionate about helping older Australians stay connected, active, and living life to the fullest, we’d love to hear from you.

In this rewarding role, you’ll support residents with personal care while encouraging participation in meaningful lifestyle programs, social activities, and one-on-one engagement. You’ll help foster connection, promote wellbeing, and create moments that truly matter.

This role based at our Tweed Heads care home, will see you working closely with the nursing and resident engagement teams when performing your resident-centric care duties in a timely and compassionate manner surrounded by highly skilled and supportive senior carers and managers. The attached position description outlines duties and accountabilities for this role - Lifestyle is what is this role is commonly called in the Aged Care sector.

About You

At Infinite Care we hire for heart, so our best people are highly empathic, instil a strong work ethic and passionate about making a difference to the elderly. Ideally, you have worked in the Aged Care sector for at least 1 year and the ability to “think on your feet”, communicate effectively, build rapport, and maintain professional relationships with residents and co-workers alike. In addition, you will also

• Completed Certificate III in Individual Support, Leisure & Lifestyle, Health Services or similar is relevant for all roles available for Personal Care Worker or Lifestyle Assistant
• Previous experience in Aged Care as an AIN, Lifestyle or similar role (minimum 12 months preferred)
• Casual Personal Care Workers (flexibility across 7 days AM, PM, ND shifts. Seeking candidates with open availability and the ability to work a minimum of 3 shifts per week
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate (preferred)
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (for PAID employment) - or willingness to obtain
• Understanding of person-centred care and resident wellbeing
• A positive, energetic, and compassionate approach
• Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills
• Commitment to maintaining a safe environment for residents and colleagues
• A genuine passion for making a difference in aged care
• Display a positive, fun and confident personality to help our residents (*who sometimes can be very shy) to get involved in lifestyle and group activities. - for Lifestyle Assistant applicants
• Own vehicle or private transport is a MUST for this role, as public transport is not easily accessible

Employee Benefits - Why work for us?

• Permanent Part-Time shifts offering job security, or enjoy the flexibility in a Casual role
• Rapid start for successful candidates, with weekly onboarding
• Free parking on-site!
• Great team environment in a beautiful location with ocean views
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents
• NFP Salary Packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay (available for part-time employees only) Pay less tax on your income and increase your take home pay. With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free.
• Spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment also tax free with salary packaging.
• Free ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee referral program with bonus earning potential
• Additional opportunities to pick up extra shifts
• Discounts on retail, fuel, technology, and more through Flare Benefits
• Fitness Passport access to gyms, pools, and wellness facilities
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Career development opportunities across our 18 homes nationally
• Structured induction program with buddy support from day one
• Availability: Flexible availability to work across a 7-day roster is essential

Infinite Care accepts the Ausmed Passport, which is a free, digital certificate for the Australian aged care workforce that recognises their completion of eight, sector-wide, core mandatory training topics.

Our care roles are busy! Alot of bending, lifting, pushing and squatting to perform your duties safely.

All candidates will be required to complete an online medical assessment to maintain personal and workplace safety standards.