Compassionate Aged Care Assistant | Resident Support

Mercy Aged and Community Care Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health’s residential aged care home in Albury is seeking expressions of interest from Personal Care Assistants (PCAs). You will assist residents with daily personal care, mobility, feeding, and medication reminders under the guidance of a nurse.

You will provide companionship, support light housekeeping, and help organize activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being, while following care plans and maintaining resident dignity and privacy.

Qualifications

• A minimum Cert III / Cert IV in Aged Care or Individual Support.
• Excellent time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
• A compassionate, flexible and positive approach.
• The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Help with mobility, including transferring residents from bed to chair, assisting with walking, and using mobility aids safely.
• Support residents with feeding, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration, and assisting with special dietary needs.
• Assist with medication reminders and support residents in taking prescribed medications, under the guidance of a nurse.
• Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering a caring and comfortable environment for residents.
• Help maintain a clean and safe living environment by assisting with light housekeeping tasks, including making beds and cleaning rooms.
• Assist with organizing and engaging in activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being.
• Follow care plans as outlined by registered nurses and healthcare professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care are met.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect for residents' privacy, dignity, and personal preferences.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including infection control procedures and use of personal PPE.

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Compassionate

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Cert III in Aged Care

Cert IV in Aged Care or Individual Support

Job description

Mercy Health’s residential aged care home in Albury is seeking expressions of interest from Personal Care Assistants (PCAs). You will assist residents with daily personal care, mobility, feeding, and medication reminders under the guidance of a nurse.

You will provide companionship, support light housekeeping, and help organize activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being, while following care plans and maintaining resident dignity and privacy.