Personal Care Worker – AM, PM or Night Shifts (Ongoing Roster)

Aged Care Resumes; North Dakota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults. As a Personal Care Worker, you'll provide essential support, ensuring residents enjoy dignity and comfort. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while benefiting from competitive pay, salary packaging, and career growth opportunities. Work in a nurturing environment that values kindness, respect, and integrity, and be part of an organization committed to empowering its staff and the community. If you have a caring nature and a passion for helping others, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Salary Packaging Benefits

Annual Leave Loading

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced Parental Leave

Relocation Flexibility

Qualifications

• Ability to work part-time, including weekends.
• Strong understanding of person-centred care approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care including showering and grooming.
• Monitor residents’ well-being and report concerns.
• Encourage social engagement and assist with activities.

Skills

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support

Current Nursing Studies

Job description

Personal Care Worker – AM, PM or Night Shifts (Ongoing Roster)

$33.15 p/h - $34.39 p/h + Super + Salary Packaging

At Uniting AgeWell, we are dedicated to empowering older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence in their lives. We strive to ensure they feel valued as members of their community and have easy access to the services they need—whether at home or in a residential setting—to live the life they want.

With services spanning Victoria and Tasmania, our team of 4,600 staff and 600 volunteers is committed to delivering high-quality care and support.

Our workplace culture is guided by the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust—and underpinned by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Inclusion. These principles, along with our customer service charter and promise, shape everything we do.

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At Uniting AgeWell, we empower our staff to grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in their local communities. As part of our team, you’ll receive:

• Competitive Pay: Above Award hourly rates
• Salary Packaging Benefits: Up to $15,900 tax-free, plus an additional $2,650 annually for meals and entertainment
• Annual Leave Loading: Extra pay while on leave
• Career Growth: Access to education, training, and career pathway opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential 24/7 support for you and your family
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Flexible options for parental leave
• Relocation Flexibility: Opportunities to work across Victoria and Tasmania within our extensive network

Be part of a not-for-profit, values-based organisation that genuinely cares about its people and the communities we serve. With ongoing training and support, we’ll help you succeed in your role and build a fulfilling career.

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Join Our Team at Strath-Haven, Bendigo!

Uniting AgeWell's Strath-Haven Community Facility provides high-quality care and support to residents, ensuring they live with dignity and comfort in a vibrant, homely environment. The newly completed Reservoir Wing heralds a new era in aged care, with intimate dining rooms, light-filled lounges, spacious bedroom suites, and seamless connections to the outdoors.

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About the Role

We are currently seeking passionate and caring individuals to join our team as Personal Care Workers on a permanent part-time basis. Our fixed fortnightly roster includes a commitment to at least one day per weekend with shifts available in either AM or PM patterns.

Key Responsibilities

As a Personal Care Worker in our facility, you will:

• Deliver personal care, including showering, grooming, dressing, and mobility assistance.
• Support residents with daily living tasks such as meal assistance and maintaining a clean and comfortable environment.
• Monitor residents’ physical, emotional, and behavioural well-being, promptly reporting any concerns.
• Encourage social engagement and assist with recreational and group activities.
• Provide care to residents with complex needs, including palliative care, dementia support, and pain management, to enhance their well-being.
• Support nursing staff with assessments, documentation, and evaluation of care outcomes.
• Ensure the cleanliness and safety of the environment, promptly addressing any issues.

At Uniting AgeWell, we are dedicated to empowering older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence in their lives. We strive to ensure they feel valued as members of their community and have easy access to the services they need—whether at home or in a residential setting—to live the life they want.

With services spanning Victoria and Tasmania, our team of 4,600 staff and 600 volunteers is committed to delivering high-quality care and support.

Our workplace culture is guided by the BEST philosophy—Believe, Excel, Support, and Trust—and underpinned by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Inclusion. These principles, along with our customer service charter and promise, shape everything we do.

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Join Our Team at Strath-Haven, Bendigo!

Uniting AgeWell's Strath-Haven Community Facility provides high-quality care and support to residents, ensuring they live with dignity and comfort in a vibrant, homely environment. The newly completed Reservoir Wing heralds a new era in aged care, with intimate dining rooms, light-filled lounges, spacious bedroom suites, and seamless connections to the outdoors.

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About the Role

We are currently seeking passionate and caring individuals to join our team as Personal Care Workers on a permanent part-time basis. Our fixed fortnightly roster includes a commitment to at least one day every weekend, with shifts in AM, PM, or ND patterns.

As a Personal Care Worker, you may:

• Deliver personal care, including showering, grooming, dressing, and mobility assistance.
• Support residents with daily living tasks such as meal assistance and maintaining a clean and comfortable environment.
• Monitor residents’ physical, emotional, and behavioural well-being, promptly reporting any concerns.
• Encourage social engagement and assist with recreational and group activities.
• Provide care to residents with complex needs, including palliative care, dementia support, and pain management, to enhance their well-being.
• Support nursing staff with assessments, documentation, and evaluation of care outcomes.
• Ensure the environment's cleanliness and safety, addressing issues promptly.

We are currently recruiting to fill the following ongoing shifts:

AM Shifts:

Sunday to Tuesday

Wednesday to Saturday

Sunday to Wednesday

PM Shifts:

Wednesday to Saturday

Night Duty (ND) Shifts:

Sunday to Wednesday

Sunday to Tuesday

Note: Shifts are subject to change.

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What We’re Looking For

A caring and empathetic nature, along with a commitment to supporting residents to live with dignity and comfort, is essential. Building strong relationships with residents and their families while contributing to a high-quality, person-centred care environment is key.

Successful candidates will have:

• The ability to work a part-time roster, including at least one weekend day.
• Excellent organisational skills to maintain safe, clean, and supportive environments.
• A strong understanding of the person-centred approach in residential care.
• The ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment and build meaningful connections with residents.
• A commitment to our values and the BEST philosophy.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

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Requirements

• Qualification: Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, or current Nursing studies.
• First Aid & CPR: Current or willingness to obtain
• Working with Children Check: Victorian Employee check
• Police & NDIS Checks: Current or willing to obtain
• Work Rights: Australian rights to work

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How to Apply

Click 'Apply' to submit your application. Access the full position description here. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.