Personal Care Attendant

Aged Care Resumes; Town of Lee (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative seeks a Personal Care Attendant to improve the quality of life for Elders at their facility. The ideal candidate will possess a Certificate III in Aged Care, demonstrate teamwork, and be committed to confidentiality. Opportunities for professional development are offered, along with competitive pay and conditions based on the Aged Care Award.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on Aged Care Award

Opportunities for bonuses and incentives

Professional development opportunities

Access to Employment Assistance Program

Provision of laptop and mobile phone

Fleet cars for daily tasks

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent required.
• Experience in residential aged care desired.
• Understanding of Aboriginal culture beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care and support to enhance Elders' wellbeing.
• Deliver high-quality care and maintain dignity for residents.
• Work within the culture of Rumbalara Elders Care Facility.

Skills

Ability to read and write clear and precise English

Mature outlook

Teamwork

Demonstrated initiative

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent

Experience in residential aged care

Job description

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Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative – Rumbalara Elders Facility now has the following vacancies:

Personal Care Attendant - Casual

Flexibility and availability to work a seven-day roster

About the Role

Rumbalara Elders Care Facility are seeking energetic and enthusiastic people to fill casual positions at our 30 bed Aged Care Facility. You will play a vital role in improving and maintaining the quality of life of our Elders by providing clinical care and support that enhances Elders wellbeing, delivering high quality care, and maintaining an optimal level of dignity, respect, comfort, and quality of life for residents.

About You

To excel in this position, you should possess the following qualifications and qualities:

· Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent.

· Commitment and understanding of Aboriginal culture.

· Ability to read and write clear and precise English appropriate to Elders’ needs.

· Mature outlook with the ability to relate and converse with older people.

· Ability and commitment to working as part of the team.

· Demonstrated initiative and ability to workout supervision.

· Commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

· Ability to work within the culture of Rumbalara Elders Care Facility (‘The REF”) and knowledge of Aboriginal culture.

· Experience in residential aged acre.

· Understanding of Aged Care, quality improvement and associated legislation.

What We Offer:

· Competitive pay and conditions based on the Aged Care Award (based on qualifications).

· Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.

· Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.

· Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.

· Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.

· Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.

To apply, please submit:

1. A cover letter that includes:

· Your previous experience and/or qualifications.

Your response to the following questions:

· Minimum days can work in a week and advising of your preference to morning, afternoon and night shift.

· Experience in Aged Care.

2. A current resume

Please send your application to [emailprotected] or apply through our website at https://rumbalara.org.au/careers/ . The full position description is available on our website.

Applications close: Wednesday 11th of June 2025

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