At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to residents in a warm, community-focused environment.
- Company: Join a family-operated aged care provider with a strong commitment to quality care.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive leave loading, ongoing training, and opportunities for extra shifts.
- Other info: Work in a supportive team with clear shift patterns and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a stable work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Must have Certificate III in Individual Support and at least one year of aged care experience.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
Friendly team and supportive working environment.
Clear, consistent shift patterns – no rotating rosters, more work life balance.
Maximum Term Contract - 28 hours per fortnight.
About Us:
Carrum Downs Aged Care is one of eleven residential aged care homes operated by Medical & Aged Care Group (MACG), a privately owned, family operated healthcare organisation that has been delivering exceptional care to older Australians since 1995. Located in Carrum Downs in Melbourne’s southeast, Carrum Downs Aged Care is a warm and welcoming home that prides itself on creating a safe, comfortable and truly homelike environment for its residents. The home is known for its supportive team culture, genuine sense of community and commitment to delivering high quality, person centred care every day.
About the Role:
Excellent opportunity for a Personal Care Worker to join our team at Carrum Downs Aged Care on a maximum term contract from 2 November to 31 December 2026. We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals who are looking for consistent, structured part time work within a supportive aged care environment over the coming months. This role is ideal for someone who values routine and stability and is happy to commit to a set fortnightly roster. We are looking for someone able to commit to a mixture of AM & PM weekday shifts, 2-3 shifts per week.
Why Join Us?
- Leave loading of 17.5%, making your leave worth more
- EAP program
- Refer a friend benefit program
- Staff recognition programs
- Opportunities to pick up additional shifts
- Ongoing training and development
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high quality personal care
- Support resident wellbeing within a team environment
- Follow RN In Charge directives
- Maintain confidentiality and professional standards
- Work independently within scope of practice
Qualifications and Experience:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Required)
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
- Ability to work independently
- Positive, self motivated attitude
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year aged care experience (Required)
- Be available to work Mondays (Required)
- Understanding of Aged Care Accreditation Standards (Required)
- Current Police Check (Required)
- Flu vaccination and COVID vaccination/boosters (highly desirable)
Our Values:
At MACG, our values guide everything we do: Compassion | Integrity | Dignity | Diversity | Accountability | Family | Respect.
If you are a reliable and caring Personal Care Worker looking for meaningful work this summer, we would love to hear from you.
Personal Care Worker – Carrum Downs employer: Medical & Aged Care Group
At Boronia Aged Care, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and family-oriented workplace culture. Our commitment to ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities ensures that you can grow your career while making a genuine impact on the lives of our residents. Join us in a meaningful leadership role where your clinical expertise is valued, and together we can champion person-centred care in a vibrant community setting.
