At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents and support their well-being.
- Company: Southern Cross Care, a leading charitable aged care provider in Australia.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, discounts on groceries, travel, and health insurance.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Individual Support or Aged Care and experience as a Personal Carer.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Permanent Full Time Filler Position 76 hours a fortnight. This is a fortnightly position requiring availability across a rotating roster of AM and PM shifts, working across a 14 day roster.
Be the difference. Enjoy great rewards and benefits. Working with Southern Cross Care means you are valued, supported, and rewarded. Our Bee Well program gives you great discounts on groceries, travel, and health insurance, plus resources to boost your wellbeing. You will also enjoy salary packaging to help you take home more pay while building a career that makes a real difference.
About the role
Provide pro-active, person-centred services and support that are safe and effective, tailored to each resident's needs, goals, and preferences. It requires compassion, connection, knowledge, and capability, promoting active participation in residents' health and well-being. For further details regarding the scope of the role, please refer to the position description.
About you
We are looking for people who will be the difference in the lives of our residents and clients. To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or Certificate III in Aged Care.
- Experience as a Personal Carer and the ability to work without direct supervision.
- Good communication skills and the ability to manage your time well.
- A good understanding of how to support residents living with dementia.
- An understanding of the Aged Care Standards as they apply to this role.
- A Senior First Aid Certificate and an understanding of AN-ACC are desirable.
About us
Southern Cross Care is one of Australia’s leading charitable aged care, health and retirement living service providers. We value the diversity in our team, live and breathe our values of Service, Courage and Compassion and offer salary packaging benefits to maximise your take-home pay. When you work for us, we value you as an individual, care for your wellbeing and develop your skills to help you build your career. We reward creativity and provide the stability and flexibility you need. When you work for us, you work better for life.
Applications close Monday 26th October 2026 at 4.00pm.
Personal Carer in Goolwa employer: Southern Cross Care
Southern Cross Care QLD is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. With competitive salaries, generous salary sacrifice options, and a strong focus on career progression, staff can thrive both personally and professionally in the vibrant community of Broken Hill. The unique culture of 'Known & Loved' fosters genuine connections among team members, making it a fulfilling place to work while making a real difference in the lives of residents.
