At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to older Australians in a welcoming environment.
- Company: Join Respect, a leading not-for-profit aged care provider.
- Benefits: Permanent part-time role, salary packaging, and ongoing career development.
- Other info: Work in beautiful Nambucca Heads with a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Certificate III or IV in Individual Support and a passion for aged care.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
Make a difference at Riverside Gardens! Are you a compassionate Personal Care Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity where you can make a real difference in the lives of older Australians? Join the team at Respect Riverside Gardens in Nambucca Heads, NSW and become part of a supportive aged care community where your skills, dedication, and kindness are genuinely valued.
Why Join Respect? At Respect, we believe every person deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity, respect, and choice. As a Personal Care Assistant at Riverside Gardens, you'll build meaningful relationships with residents while supporting their wellbeing, independence, and quality of life in a warm and welcoming environment.
What’s in it for You?
- Permanent Part-Time employment with regular shifts
- A supportive and collaborative team culture
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development
- Meaningful work that positively impacts residents’ lives every day
- Access to Not-for-Profit salary packaging benefits
- Up to $15,900 tax-free salary packaging
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Work for one of Australia's leading not-for-profit aged care providers
About the Role: As a Part-Time Personal Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support to our residents. Working alongside Registered Nurses and the broader care team, you'll help residents maintain their dignity, independence, comfort, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care including showering, dressing, grooming, and toileting assistance
- Support residents with mobility and safe manual handling practices
- Assist with meals, hydration, and daily living activities
- Build positive and meaningful relationships with residents and their families
- Observe and report changes in residents' health and wellbeing
- Work collaboratively with nurses and multidisciplinary team members
- Follow care plans and maintain accurate documentation
- Encourage resident participation in activities and social engagement
- Promote independence, choice, and quality of life
About Riverside Gardens: Located in the beautiful coastal town of Nambucca Heads, Riverside Gardens offers a welcoming and supportive environment where residents receive high-quality care while enjoying a strong sense of community. Our team is committed to creating a home-like atmosphere where residents feel respected, safe, and valued every day.
About Respect: Respect is a proud not-for-profit organisation that has been caring for older Australians since 1922. Today, Respect supports thousands of residents and clients across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania through residential aged care, home care, retirement living, and independent living services. Our purpose is simple: To give every older person the opportunity to live a life well-lived.
About You: We're looking for someone who is caring, reliable, and passionate about supporting older people.
To Be Successful, You Will Have:
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing), Aged Care, or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience in aged care, disability support, or a similar care role (desirable)
- A genuine passion for providing exceptional care to older people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive and team-oriented approach
- Availability to work a variety of shifts across weekdays and weekends
- Understanding of person-centred care practices
- Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
Ready to Join Our Team? Apply today and become part of the caring team at Riverside Gardens, Nambucca Heads. Help us make every day meaningful for our residents while building a rewarding career with Respect.
Personal Care Assistant in Nambucca Heads employer: Respect Group Limited
Respect Aged Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where you can truly make a difference in the lives of older Australians. As a not-for-profit organisation, we provide competitive salaries with salary packaging benefits and ample opportunities for career advancement and professional development, all while fostering a community of belonging at our Jallarah location in Meningie.
