Personal Care Assistant

4 weeks ago

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia Aged Care Resumes Full time

Become a valued member of our compassionate care team as an experienced Personal Care Assistant at Respect Peace Haven. To qualify for one of our casual positions you must be available to work all shifts, including mornings, afternoons, and nights.

The Organisation

The Organisation: As a proud not for profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

The Position

The Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing competent personal care, support and assistance to all residents under the direction and guidance of the senior clinical team.

Key Duties:

  • Provide personal care to assist residents to maintain independence and dignity with respect to activities of daily living and lifestyle.
  • Attend to meal delivery and refreshments as required.
  • Record observations on relevant assessment charts and document any observed exceptions to the care plan in the progress notes; and report such to the EN/RN.
  • Attend to duties as allocated and/or delegated by the RN/EN, including general ward duties.
  • Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in residential aged care.
  • Flexibility to work across morning, afternoon and night shifts.
  • To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.
  • Availability throughout the months of October, November and December.
  • Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
  • A healthy and positive workplace culture.
  • Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
  • Pay incentives, including not-for-profit salary packaging.

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