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Personal Care Worker
- Camberwell, VIC, Australia, 3124
- Any
About us
At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want.
With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5,500 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do.
More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org
Why choose Uniting Agewell
- Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
- Competitive Pay: Above award hourly rates
- Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
- 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 options
- Location options: Move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)
- Not for profit, values-based organisation
Make a difference everyday
Make a genuine difference every day as a Personal Care Worker with Uniting AgeWell
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver exceptional, person-centred care that respects each resident's unique preferences, cultural background, spiritual beliefs, and individual needs.
- Provide compassionate support to residents with complex care requirements, including dementia care, palliative care, restorative care, and pain management, helping to enhance their comfort and overall wellbeing.
- Work closely with nursing staff to support resident assessments, contribute to care planning, maintain accurate documentation, and monitor care outcomes.
- Help create a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment by monitoring cleanliness and safety standards and promptly reporting any concerns.
- Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families, providing emotional support and contributing to a positive living experience.
- Recognise and respond to changes in residents' health and wellbeing, ensuring observations and concerns are escalated appropriately to support quality care outcomes.
About You:
You'll thrive in this role if you have:
- A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or an equivalent aged care qualification.
- Previous experience working in residential aged care or home care (highly regarded).
- Experience supporting older people living with dementia and those requiring palliative care (highly regarded).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.
- The ability to remain organised and responsive in a fast-paced environment while delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
- A collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to supporting residents' wellbeing, dignity, and quality of life.
- The confidence to identify and report changes in residents' health and wellbeing, contributing to safe and effective care outcomes.
- Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)
Mandatory Requirements
Applicants must have, or be willing to obtain:
- Working with Children Check (Employee)
- Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
- Up-to-date vaccinations in accordance with Uniting AgeWell's Vaccination Policy
- Full Australian working rights
How to apply
For further information, please contact the Recruitment Team at Recruitment@unitingagewell.org and include the position title and location in your email.
By applying for this role, you acknowledge that you understand the inherent requirements outlined in the relevant position description:
You can access the position description here: Personal Care Worker PD.pdf
To apply, click Apply Now and submit your application.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
