Personal Care Worker

Aged Care Resumes; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Aged Care Resumes is seeking a motivated Personal Care Worker for part-time work in Washington. The role involves delivering quality care in-home and in the community, assisting clients with daily needs, and supporting their independence with dignity. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and a passion for helping others.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Ongoing professional development

Access to counselling and support services

Qualifications

• Current valid Level II First Aid certificate.
• Minimum certificate III in aged care or individual support.
• Experience working within the Aged Care Sector or with Elderly people is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Providing services in the client’s house such as general house cleaning, tidying and shopping.
• Assisting clients in day to day needs to help keep them in their own home.
• Maintaining strict privacy and dignity with all information relating to Client care.

Skills

First Aid

Client Care

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

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 the Warrnambool area on a Part time basis. 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 general house cleaning, tidying and shopping.
• Assisting clients in day to day needs to help keep them in their own home instead of seeking alternative options.
• Liaising with the care team regarding any concerns or feedback the client may have with Baptcare’s service.
• Maintaining strict privacy and dignity with all information relating to Client care, while promoting the same with any other members of the team or contractors on site.

About you:

• Based in Warrnambool or nearby suburbs
• Current valid Level II First Aid certificate.
• Minimum certificate III in aged care or individual support.
• Experience working within the Aged Care Sector or with Elderly people is advantageous.
• Current Australian Drivers license and own a registered vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
• Medication endorsement and/or hoist experience.
• 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.

At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim 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.

Baptcare 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.

Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.

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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

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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

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