At a Glance
- Tasks: Support older people by providing personal care and promoting their wellbeing.
- Company: Join PresCare, a leading aged care provider in the heart of Maryborough.
- Benefits: Earn competitive pay, enjoy tax-free salary packaging, and access professional development.
- Other info: Full-time role with great career growth opportunities in a supportive community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a warm, homely environment.
- Qualifications: Cert III in Aged Care or currently studying, plus NDIS Worker Clearance.
The predicted salary is between 36.23 - 36.23 $ per hour.
Support & promote the wellbeing for older people by providing them various services allowing them to live their best lives.
Yaralla Place: Our Yaralla Place community is set in the heart of our well-preserved colonial architectural town of Maryborough. Our 96 bed home is divided into smaller households that mirror the look and rhythm of home with vast communal areas where our residents can enjoy their own homestyle lounge, dining and kitchen areas with a private backyard for their established gardens and veggie patches.
Your Role: As a Personal Care Worker, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a positive resident experience in providing a person-centred approach to care. You will foster a collaborative approach in supporting our residents with all aspects of their daily needs and emotional wellbeing, essentially creating what we believe will enable older people to live their best lives.
Duties Include:
- Care and services are delivered in accordance with the agreed Care Plan.
- Personal care, including but not limited to: Personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral and dental care and continence care.
- Mobility, including using aids and falls prevention.
- Eating and drinking, including awareness of special dietary requirements.
- Basic skin care including repositioning and application of skin creams.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a base rate of $32.61 to $36.23 per hour, Penalties, 12% Super, and Leave Loading.
- Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free + Meals & Entertainment.
- Employee Support: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits with TELUS Health.
- Career Development: Nurture your professional growth through Onsite & Online professional development programs, providing pathways for advancement within our organisation.
To be successful you will need:
- A Cert III in Aged Care or equivalent (or currently studying) - MANDATORY.
- NDIS Worker Clearance - MANDATORY.
- Valid working rights in Australia - MANDATORY.
- Experience in providing personal care in an aged care setting.
- A passion for delivering a person-centred approach to care.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- An understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Compassionate and Empathetic nature.
Interested? We would love to hear from you! Please include your resume and cover letter, demonstrating your suitability against the above selection criteria.
Employment Details:
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours: Full-time - 76 hours per fortnight
- Hourly rates: $32.61 to $36.23 based on experience + Super + NFP salary packaging + Allowances
- Location: Maryborough QLD
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and we reserve the right to close this vacancy once an offer of employment has been accepted.
PresCare: At PresCare, our mission is to provide the highest quality residential aged care in environments that embody the essence of home. You will experience charm, history, and the warmth of Maryborough - it's more than a place; it's an invitation to create your own remarkable story!
Personal Care Worker in Maryborough employer: Apollo Care
Yackandandah Health is an exceptional employer that prioritises quality care and teamwork within a supportive, community-focused environment. As a not-for-profit organisation, we offer competitive remuneration, generous salary packaging options, and extensive professional development opportunities, ensuring our employees thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in our award-winning culture where your contributions are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents.
