VIC - Personal Support Worker / Personal Care Assistant

Arcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award Rates

Professional development days

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

Arcare in Melbourne, Australia, is seeking a Personal Support Worker to deliver high-quality personal, emotional, and social care, enhancing residents’ dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, meals, and documentation, and work closely with nurses and the care team in a supportive workplace.

The role offers permanent night shifts (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 22:00–07:00) with $36.23 p/h + Super + shift penalties where applicable.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent required.
• Friendly, compassionate, adaptable team player with excellent communication.
• Experience in aged care and assisting residents with daily living.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care (showering, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Support mobility and safe transfers.
• Assist residents with meals and dietary needs.
• Monitor and report changes in health or behaviour.
• Maintain accurate documentation.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and the wider care team.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent

Job description

$36.23 p/h + Super + Shift Penalties (where applicable)
Permanent Night Shifts - Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 2200-0700

Why Join Arcare?

• Above Award Rates
• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security in a growing organisation
• State-of-the-art facilities and beautiful working environment
• Professional development opportunities including paid training days
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Interstate reach & mobility options

About the Role

As a Personal Support Worker, you will deliver high-quality personal, emotional, and social care that enhances residents’ dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Assisting with personal care (showering, dressing, grooming, toileting)
• Supporting mobility and safe transfers
• Assisting residents with meals and dietary needs
• Monitoring and reporting changes in health or behaviour
• Maintaining accurate documentation
• Working collaboratively with nurses and the wider care team

What We’re Looking For

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
• Passion for aged care and helping others
• Friendly, compassionate, and adaptable team player
• Great communication skills and a positive attitude

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, Arcare operates over 60 residences across QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC, supported by more than 10,000 team members. Our focus is simple — building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Ready to Jump In?

If you are compassionate, reliable, and thrive in a team-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.