At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to older residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Company: Join the Eldercare family, a leading not-for-profit aged care provider.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, ongoing training, modern facilities, and flexible shifts.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and community support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent and a passion for care.
The predicted salary is between 23625 - 28875 $ per year.
Join the Eldercare family as a Personal Care Assistant!
Location: Eldercare Sash Ferguson at Mt Barker
Type: Part Time & Casual Opportunities
At Eldercare, our purpose is simple but powerful: to deliver peace of mind with our care. We are committed to delivering exceptional care and support to older South Australians. As one of the state’s leading not-for-profit aged care providers, we foster a compassionate and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. By joining Eldercare, you'll become part of a team that prioritises integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on learning and development, we’ll support you as you grow your career.
About the Role
As a Personal Care Assistant, you’ll provide high-quality, person-centred care that helps our residents live each day with dignity and joy. You'll follow personalised care plans and offer respectful support with:
- Delivering excellence in customer service to our residents
- Providing assistance with personal care/hygiene, daily living tasks & general mobility
- Emotional wellbeing and companionship
- Creating a warm, inclusive, and positive care environment to maximise quality of life
About the Opportunity
Must be willing to work at least 6 shifts per fortnight. Shifts available are morning 07:00 - 13:30 / 15:00, afternoon 15:00 - 23:00 / 16:00 - 22:00 & nights 23:00 - 07:00.
What You Will Bring
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or Aged Care – or equivalent
- Minimum 6 months experience after receipt of qualification
- Existing working rights in Australia
- A genuine passion to provide care that is person-centred
- The ability to work individually and in a team
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Why Choose Eldercare?
- Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values compassion and community
- Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Work in modern facilities with on-site parking
- Enjoy the variety of working across different roles and locations
For further information, please contact Mark Butler, Site Operations Manager on 8391 2486.
To work for Eldercare, you are required to hold an acceptable National Police Clearance and comply with relevant vaccination requirements as per Eldercare policy which includes vaccination for both seasonal influenza and COVID-19.
Eldercare is proud to be a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation. We are committed to supporting our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) residents, employees and volunteers to ensure they feel included and safe. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are welcomed, included and respected.
Eldercare encourages respectful relationships and does not accept any form of gender-based violence in the workplace. Eldercare is committed to preventing violence against women and is proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace to support victims of abuse. All employees can expect to receive fair and equal treatment and to be free from discrimination in all aspects of their life with Eldercare.
To be employed with Eldercare, you are required to have full working rights in Australia. Please note: Eldercare does not offer visa sponsorship.
As per Eldercare’s Employee Immunisation Policy, all Eldercare employees are required to be vaccinated against seasonal influenza by no later than 1 June each year. Exemptions on a temporary or permanent basis can only be approved by Eldercare’s Chief Executive. As per Eldercare’s Employee Immunisation Policy, all Eldercare employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as per current ATAGI guidelines. Exemptions on a temporary or permanent basis can only be approved by Eldercare’s Chief Executive.
Personal Care Assistant in Mount Barker employer: Eldercare
Eldercare is an exceptional employer dedicated to providing peace of mind through compassionate care for older South Australians. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities in a supportive, family-like environment that values integrity and collaboration. Join us at one of our 13 sites across Adelaide Metro and Yorke Peninsula, where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying the benefits of salary packaging and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
