Care Assistant

**POSITION TITLE**: RESIDENTAIAL AGED CARE - PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT

About Us

At Baptcare, we care. Our Mission and Vision are lived through our WE CARE Values: for our residents, customers, clients, partners, and supporters; with the very young through to the very old, the vulnerable, with families through all of life’s stages and challenges.

Baptcare is a purpose driven organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Focused on providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.

Our Values are Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect and Effectiveness.

About the Role

As a PERSONAL CARE ASSITANT, you will provide care and support that enhances our resident's wellbeing and who are committed to the needs of our clients, delivering high quality care, maintaining an optimal level of dignity, respect, comfort, and quality of life for clients.

Key Duties

Commitment to providing consumer centered care of the highest standards

Provision of high-quality consumer care as per the individual consumer care plan

Documentation of consumer outcomes clearly and as per Baptcare procedures

Recognise changes in a consumer’s health status and report appropriately

Respond to changing needs of consumers

Adhere to all the relevant workplace safety laws and regulations

About You

We are currently looking for motivated and passionate Personal Care Assistants to join the supportive and friendly teams at our Karana Community located in Kew on a CASUAL basis.

You will be friendly, caring, and resilient. A true professional who genuinely wants the best for your clients.

Certificate III in Aged Care, or

Certificate II in Aged Care and 2 years’ experience in aged care, or

Undergoing a traineeship in Certificate III in Aged Care or

At least 3 years working as an unqualified PCA/ECA in a closely related field, or

Working towards a qualification in nursing.

Willingness to obtain a Police Check through Baptcare.

Good verbal and written communication and basic computer skills (for rosters, eLearning, etc.).

Two doses of Covid-19 vaccine, and willingness to obtain annual booster.

Administration of medication training will be highly regarded.

For You

Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.

Work with a supportive and dynamic team.

A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.

Flexible hours to accommodate a work-life balance.

Career and development opportunities.

Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.

If you have a true passion for caring for the elderly and ensuring their wellbeing and daily lifestyle needs are met, we would love to hear from you

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.

Must have had or be willing to get a Flu vaccination and COVID vaccination

Baptcare is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role, and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments.