Care Service Employee

Casual Care Service Employee- Penrith Thornton Park- Must be available to work across all shifts (AM, PM, Nights)

Our Residential Aged Care in Penrith is seeking a reliable and flexible Casual Care Service Employee (CSE) to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with aged care experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to a positive resident experience.

Southern Cross Benefits!

• Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650

• Heart HQ - our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts, and features designed to help you celebrate, connect and succeed

• Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT

• Discounted private health insurance

• Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program

• Ongoing Training and Development

• Linkedin Training - SCC's Senior Leaders and Support Office teams can access a digital library of over 6000 courses

• Genuine Career Progression Pathways – Buddy Program, New Grad Elevate Program, Study Support

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting residents with personal care including showering

• Supporting residents with meals

• Contributing to care planning with registered staff

• Documenting care and services provided to residents

• Engaging residents in meaningful activities

Requirements

• Minimum requirements - Certificate III in Aged Care / Individual Support/ 2nd year Nursing students who have completed 1 placement.

• Experience in similar role in aged care 

• A genuine enthusiasm, care and compassion in your commitment to working with elderly people

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

• Respect for all people, regardless of background, age, gender, religion and ethnicity

• Flexible to do AM/PM and night shifts

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do!  We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer.  Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.