Trainee Personal Care Assistant — Earn While You Learn

Estia Health; South Australia; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,600

Program leave entitlements

Mentoring and support

Job summary

Tullawon Health Service invites applications for a Trainee Personal Care Assistant to gain hands-on experience while completing a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) or equivalent qualification. You will learn across aged care, disability support, home care, respite services, and community participation, supported by experienced staff as you develop essential care skills.

This full-time traineeship offers mentoring, a culturally rich environment, and salary packaging

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in aged care, disability support, or community services.
• Willingness to undertake and complete a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability).
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Reliable, motivated, and a team player.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Current unrestricted Driver’s Licence.
• Experience caring for family members, volunteering, community involvement, or work placement experience.
• Knowledge of the local community.
• Ability to speak or understand Pitjantjatjara.

Responsibilities

• Learn across aged care, disability support, home care, respite services, and client wellbeing.
• Support clients with personal care, grooming, dressing, mobility and daily living activities.
• Assist with community participation, social activities, and cultural events.
• Provide domestic assistance and support with household tasks.
• Support the operation of our Day Centre and respite programs.
• Assist with client transport services and appointments.
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Work within aged care and NDIS service environments.

Job description

Tullawon Health Service invites applications for a Trainee Personal Care Assistant to gain hands-on experience while completing a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) or equivalent qualification. You will learn across aged care, disability support, home care, respite services, and community participation, supported by experienced staff as you develop essential care skills.

This full-time traineeship offers mentoring, a culturally rich environment, and salary packaging