Personal Care Worker

Aged Care Resumes; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; AUD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated Personal Care Workers to provide high-quality care to aged clients. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, promoting independence, and ensuring client dignity and privacy. Join a purpose-driven organization that values respect, support, and continuous improvement. With multiple positions available, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying professional development and a supportive work culture. If you are passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a dedicated team, this role is for you.

Benefits

Salary Packaging

Professional Development Opportunities

Confidential Counselling Services

Qualifications

• Must have completed Certificate III in aged care or individual support.
• Valid First Aid certificate required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily tasks like grooming and meal preparation.
• Encourage client independence by facilitating community outings.

Skills

Personal Care

Client Independence Support

Communication

Privacy Maintenance

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Registered Vehicle

Job description

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Baptcare is a purpose driven and faith-based organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia, providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.

At Baptcare, our values are deeply rooted in the principles of Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect, and Effectiveness. These values guide us in all aspects of our operations and interactions, shaping our corporate culture and driving our success.

About the role:

We are seeking a motivated Personal Care Worker to join the team in Mount Martha and surrounds on a casual/part-time basis. We have multiple positions available. The candidates need to be committed to delivering high quality care for our aged care clients both in home and in the community.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing services in the client’s house such as assistance with showering, grooming, toileting, meal preparation and assistance with general household tasks.
• Assisting and encouraging independence with clients by taking them out into the community to complete tasks such as shopping or to attend appointments.
• Liaising with the care team regarding any concerns or feedback the client may have with Baptcare’s service to ensure we are meeting the needs of every client.
• Maintaining strict privacy and dignity with all information relating to Client care and promotes same with any other members of the team or contractors on site.

About you:

• Completed Certificate III in aged care or individual support or above.
• Valid First Aid certificate.
• Experience working within the Aged Care Sector or with Elderly people is advantageous.
• Current Australian Drivers license and access to a registered vehicle with insurance.
• Ability to meet and perform the inherent requirements of the role.

What’s it for You?

Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.

Further, the successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing of up to $18,550 per annum!
• Ongoing professional development and team building opportunities.
• Access to confidential counselling and support services.

How to apply:

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Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
• A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role.

If you require support with the application process, please contact [emailprotected]

Baptcare is a child safe organisation that is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected. In accordance with Baptcare’s code of conduct, all Baptcare employees are committed to keeping children safe within the organisation and act in their best interests at all times.

Baptcare values diversity in all forms and aims to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.

How do your skills match this job?

Baptcare is a purpose driven organisation focused on delivering the best of care to people of all ages, cultures, beliefs and circumstances.

Through its social enterprise model, the organisation delivers better outcomes for more than 13,000 people in the community, combining the best commercial practice with a social heart.

Baptcare has more than 2,000 dedicated staff across Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia to deliver the best of care to people in Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living, In Home Care, Family and Children Services, Affordable Housing and Disability Services.