Personal Care Worker

Job summary

Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents in accordance with individual care plans and daily living needs. Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and foster positive relationships with residents, families, and the clinical team.

Job details

About the role We are looking for an experienced Personal Care Worker to provide safe, respectful and person-centred care in our Wattle Grove residential aged care home in Lalor. You’ll work closely with our clinical team to support residents’ wellbeing, independence and quality of life. Salary- $36.82 - $37.71 per hour + 12% Super + NFP benefits PPT Role with shifts across AM & PM (availability across weekdays is preferred) Key responsibilities * Provide high-quality, person-centred care aligned with individual care plans * Support residents with daily living activities (personal care, mobility, meals) * Build positive relationships with residents, families and the care team * Accurately document care and report any concerns or changes * Promote a safe, respectful and inclusive environment About you: * Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) (preferred) * Experience in residential aged care (preferred) * Compassionate, reliable and team-focused approach * Strong communication skills and attention to detail (preferred) * Commitment to dignity, respect and person-centred care What we offer * Competitive hourly rate - $36.82 - $37.71 per hour * Increase your take home pay – NFP benefits up to $18,550 * National organisation supporting 38,000+ Australians * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Employee wellbeing support (EAP) Compliance/Checks required * National Police Check (or willingness to obtain). * Relevant worker screening/clearance as required (e.g., NDIS Worker Screening Check/WWCC where applicable). * Proof of working rights in Australia. Abouts Us BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing. We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again. That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia. Apply today!! – applications will be reviewed as they are received. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mamta Sharma at [email protected] [[email protected]] BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all. Please note that applications must be submitted through our online system, as we are unable to accept applications via email. We kindly request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us or submitting candidates for this position. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Baptistcare 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.

What you’ll do

Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents in accordance with individual care plans and daily living needs. Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and foster positive relationships with residents, families, and the clinical team.

Requirements

Candidates should ideally hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) and possess experience in residential aged care. Strong communication skills, reliability, and a compassionate approach to supporting resident wellbeing are essential.

Benefits

• NFP benefits up to $18,550 • Superannuation • Ongoing training and development • Employee wellbeing support (EAP)

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Personal Care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Personal care
• Aged care
• Clinical support
• Documentation
• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Mobility support
• Meal assistance
• Person-centred care
• Teamwork
• Reliability
• Compassion
• Training And Development
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Home Health Care
• Personal Care
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Personal Care Worker
• Caregiver / Personal Care Aide
• Companions and Valets
• Personal Care Aides
• Home Health and Personal Care Aides