Personal Care Worker

**Churches of Christ,**

**Toowoomba Aged Care Service, Darling Downs**

**Personal Care Worker**

**Permanent Part-Time Opportunities**

**Imagine Working For Us**

Established in 1930, We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations.

Active in the areas of children, youth and family services; community housing; retirement living; home care; and residential aged care services, we provide care and compassion to vulnerable people at different stages of their life journey. With over 200 Services in more than 100 communities, we positively impact around 45,000 lives a year.

Our values encourage us to be accepting of differences and embrace all. Our size and variety offer you real choices and opportunities to grow your career.

**Our Benefits**:

- ** 5 weeks annual leave;**:

- ** Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;**:

- ** Upskilling and career progression available;**:

- ** Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study;**:

- ** Access to online learning platforms to further develop your skills;**:

- ** Employee discount program through our large network or retail partners (Bupa Health, Medibank, JB HI-FI etc);**:

- ** A work culture that values you;**:

- ** Opportunity to make a huge difference in the quality of life for our clients.**

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career journey and be part of a compassionate team dedicated to enriching the lives of others, we would love to hear from you

**About The Role**

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of elderly individuals? Do you have a caring and compassionate nature that shines through in everything you do?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Personal Care Worker at Toowoomba Residential Aged Care, situated in the picturesque Darling Downs region.

Toowoomba RAC is a leading aged care facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our residents. Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Darling Downs, our facility offers a warm and welcoming environment, where our residents feel at home and cared for.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assisting residents with personal care tasks in a respectful and dignified manner.
- Supporting residents with mobility and transfers, promoting their independence.
- Observing and reporting changes in residents' physical and emotional conditions to the nursing team.
- Participating in recreational activities and social events to enhance residents' quality of life.
- Maintaining accurate documentation of care provided.

**About You**

As a Personal Care Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing personalized care and support to our residents. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance. You will also be involved in delivering meals and engaging in meaningful social interactions to promote emotional well-being.

**Ideally You Will Have**:

- Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or Individual Support (Qualified Applicants);
- Completion of HLTHPS006 - Assist clients with medication unit of competency and experience assisting with medication (Qualified Applicants);
- Experience in aged care or a genuine passion for working with the elderly;
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to providing care;
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team;
- Understanding of and commitment to maintaining residents' rights and privacy;
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and public holidays;
- Current National Police and NDIS Screening Check or the ability to obtain;
**You are someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.**

**To Apply**

**Applications will be assessed as they are received.