Personal Care Worker

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 5000 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 - Latvian Community

• Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
• Above award hourly rates
• Career pathways, education and training opportunities
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
• Enhanced Parental Leave options
• Not for profit, values-based organisation

About the role:

At Uniting AgeWell, Personal Care Workers co-ordinate personal care for residents in accordance with care plans which meet their individual needs and preferences. Working within a multidisciplinary team, provide effective clinical and emotional support to residents, recognise changes in residents’ conditions and escalate observations and concerns.

• Deliver high quality, person centered care to residents and families, including consideration for cultural, spiritual and individual needs
• Provide personal care to residents with complex needs such palliative care, dementia support, restorative care and pain management to enhance their wellbeing
• Support nursing staff regarding assessment, care planning processes, documentation and evaluation of care outcomes
• Monitor the cleanliness, safety, environment and promptly report issues of concern
• Casual opportunity working either AM, PM or ND shifts at our Latvian Community in Wantirna

About you:

This is the place for you if you have:

• Certificate III in Individual Support, or equivalent (Aged Care)
• Experience in residential aged care/ home care (desired)
• Experience with dementia care and palliative care support (desired)
• A kind heart with respect and devotion to the care of our residents
• Available to work at least 3 shifts per week
• Demonstrated abilities to support residents in a fast paced environment with exemplary communication skills in a team and one on one interactions with all levels of care partners
• Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)

Essentials for working in Aged Care:

• A current Working With Children Check card
• Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
• Australian working rights
• Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance

Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.

You can access the position description here: Personal Care Worker PD.pdf

For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at ***********@unitingagewell.org. Please note the position and location.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!