Personal Care Assistant

VMCH; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, family friendly work culture

Professional development and career 进

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Fitness Passport access

Discounts on private health insurance

Job summary

VMCH is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide high quality care for residents across our aged care communities in Victoria. You will support activities of daily living, respect individual choices, and help create a safe, compassionate environment for residents and teammates.

With Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, strong interpersonal skills and a team-focused approach, you will thrive in a flexible, supportive workplace offering professional development, salary packaging and

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care from a recognised provider.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patience and sensitivity.
• Strong commitment to service and resident wellbeing.
• Team oriented and supportive of colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care and support residents with activities of daily living.
• Promote safety, dignity and independence for residents.
• Collaborate with care teams to deliver person-centred care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III or IV in Aged care

Job description

• Provide meaningful care and support to our residents
• Support quality of life and be supported by a great team
• Convenient, accessible metropolitan Melbourne location
• Permanent afternoon shifts on offer

The position

As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) at VMCH, you’ll provide high standards of care to our residents, supporting activities of daily life while supporting individual choices and preferences.

VMCH. Flourishing communities, vibrant careers.

Highly focused on person-centred care, the support you provide will assist with ensuring a safe and positive environment for our residents and your colleagues. The collaboration and motivation you provide will work to ensure the care we provide is even more exceptional!

What’s required

• Certificate III or IV in Aged care
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to converse and relate to people with understanding, patience and sensitivity
• Strong commitment to service and care
• Team focused and supportive of colleagues

What’s possible

• Rewarding work, within a supportive environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary + salary packaging (with potential for increased take-home pay)
• Flexible, family friendly work culture
• Wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for you and close family members
• Enjoy access to Fitness Passport, helping you and your family stay active with heavily discounted access to hundreds of fitness and recreation venues
• Discounts on private health insurance, school holiday programs, car hire and much more!
• Open a high-interest savings account via our banking partner
• Join a place where diversity and inclusion lives, breathes and thrives.

More about us

At VMCH, we believe people should be seen and valued for who they are, not defined by the services they receive.

For more than a century, we have been part of Victorian communities, supporting people to live with purpose and connection. Led by our Catholic tradition, we recognise the inherent dignity and humanity of every person, their individuality, relationships, experiences and the contribution they make throughout their lives.

Across aged care, care at home, disability services, retirement living, specialist education and affordable housing, our role is to help people make their own choices, remain in control of their lives and stay connected to the people, places and communities that matter most to them.

Guided by our values of Love, Joy, Courage and Hospitality, more than 4,000 staff and volunteers support over 15,000 people across Victoria. Together, we create places of belonging where people are respected, included and empowered to live life on their own terms.

Please note successful applicants to this position will be required to provide evidence of relevant work permits or Australian residency, and a NDIS worker screen check. Kindly note we do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from Recruitment Agencies.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in peoples' lives, we would love to hear from you.

For the latest VMCH roles, also visit https://careers.vmch.com.au/jobs/search

Advertised: 16 Sep 2026 4:30 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 16 Oct 2026 11:30 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time