Personal Care Worker - Home Care, Alice Springs

Aged Care Resumes; Gauteng; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading aged care provider is seeking a passionate and experienced Personal Care Worker for their home care team in Alice Springs. This full-time role involves providing essential support to clients, ensuring their comfort and dignity in their home environment. Ideal candidates will have the required qualifications and a compassionate approach, with opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Benefits

6 Weeks Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading

Annual pay increases under enterprise agreement

Salary Packaging through CBB

Access to 70+ Training and Development Courses

Employee Wellbeing & Emotional Support services

Qualifications

• Experience in Home Care preferred but not essential.
• Must hold NT driver's license and have reliable vehicle.
• Flexibility in rostering and passion for care needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including grooming and meals.
• Assist clients with appointments and daily activities.
• Participate in social support and care programs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication

Manual Handling

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

First Aid Certificate including CPR

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Personal Care Worker - Home Care, Alice Springs

We have a new opportunity for an experienced Personal Care Worker to join our Home Care Team in Alice Springs.

This role is offered on a full-time basis, working a rotating roster of 38 hours per week, with a salary of $35.01 - $36.55 / hour gross base.

Your role as a Personal Care Worker involves providing care and support within the consumer's home environment, including cleaning, bed making, personal care (grooming, showering, mobility), and assisting with meals.

ARRCS also runs a day care program where visitors can interact and participate in activities.

You may also assist with social support, taking consumers to appointments and shopping.

This role is ideal for candidates able to commit to full-time hours.

Prior experience in a similar role, preferably in Home Care, is preferred but not essential.

Flexibility in rostering and a passion for providing care and companionship are key.

You must hold a NT driver's license and have a reliable, fully insured vehicle.

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Only applicants with full-time working rights should apply.

Benefits of working with us include:

• ARRCS is the largest Aged Care Provider in the NT, offering career opportunities across Darwin, Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, Katherine, and interstate pathways to Uniting Care QLD.
• 6 Weeks Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
• Annual pay increases per our enterprise agreement
• Salary Packaging through CBB
• Access to 70+ Training and Development Courses
• Employee Wellbeing & Emotional Support services

Skills & Experience:

• Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Care, Disability, or Home and Community Care
• Completion of medical competency component in your qualification
• Experience assisting with daily living activities in community or Home Care settings
• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform manual handling functions

About ARRCS:

ARRCS is a not-for-profit aged care and community service provider operating in the NT, including Residential Care, Home Care, School Nutrition, and Early Learning programs.

Our vision is to innovate in care, enabling communities to flourish with dignity and pride.

Mandatory Compliance (post-application requirements):

• National Police Check (within last 3 months)
• Current Influenza Vaccination evidence
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• First Aid Certificate including CPR (or proof of enrolment)
• Food Handlers Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Reliable vehicle with full insurance

Our staff are compassionate, community-connected, and committed to personalized care.

Join us to make a difference in your local community!

For more information, contact the Talent Acquisition team at 08 or visit our website.