At a Glance
- Tasks: Support older people in living their best lives through personal care and emotional wellbeing.
- Company: Quirindi Care Services, a trusted aged care provider with over 40 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, tax-free salary packaging, and employee support programs.
- Other info: Join a compassionate team dedicated to redefining aged care for today's society.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians while gaining valuable experience.
- 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.
Quirindi Care Services is a trusted provider of aged care with 68 residential beds, offering a range of options including long-term residential care, independent living units, and short-term respite or palliative care. With over 40 years of expertise, we are committed to delivering the highest quality services, embracing the needs of a diverse community, and redefining aged care for today’s modern society.
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.
What You’ll Do:
- 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.
To be successful you will need:
- A minimum 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
What's in it for you?
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a base rate of $32.61 to $36.23 per hour, Penalties, 12% Super, and 17.5% Leave Loading
- Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free + Meals & Entertainment
- Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It’s our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board!
- Employee Support: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 access to a range of benefits for you and your immediate family.
Personal Care Worker in Quirindi 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.
