Experienced Personal Care Worker

Seeking passionate Personal Care Workers to support older adults in delivering respectful, person-centred care across a diverse community.

• Casual or permanent part-time opportunities available
• Make a real difference in residents' daily lives
• Flexible shifts + supportive team environment

Are you a personal care worker with a passion for supporting older adults to live well, their way? Do you have experience working in aged care, and a genuine interest in making a difference in the lives of residents from a range of cultural backgrounds? If so, we would love to hear from you!
  
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Personal Care Worker to join our team at our Christie Downs site. In this role, you will provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents, supporting their individual needs, preferences, and wellbeing. 

  
Your commitment to helping older people maintain their independence, dignity, and connection to their heritage will be highly valued. A key part of this position will be working collaboratively in a dynamic ‘house’ team environment (led by our clinical and non-clinical leaders), where courtesy and kindness, underpin everything that we do. 
  
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high-quality personal care and support to residents in accordance with their individual care plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, mobility, and mealtime support.
• Encourage and facilitate resident participation in social and recreational activities.
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with residents, families, and staff demonstrating sensitivity to cultural differences and preferences.
• Observe and report any changes in residents’ health, wellbeing, or behaviour to clinical staff.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standard of care is provided at all times.
• Uphold residents’ rights to privacy, dignity, and choice.  

ABOUT YOU
You will have:

• Previous experience working in an aged care or personal care setting 
•  Extensive availability across morning and afternoon shifts is essential, along with the capacity to provide leave coverage during September and October.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and residents from diverse cultural backgrounds
• A genuine passion for supporting older people to live well and maintain their independence.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Formal qualifications in Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services (Certificate III or IV in Individual Support or equivalent preferred).
• National Police Clearance (or willingness to undertake).
• NDIS Clearance (or willingness to undertake – specific to our St Peters site)
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays as needed.

  
If you want to join our amazing team, St Basil’s offers:

• Professional Growth: Access training and development opportunities to elevate your skills.
• Meaningful Work: Be part of a team making a genuine difference in residents' lives, fostering real connections with the people we serve.
• Team Culture: A supportive, inclusive workplace where courtesy and kindness guide our every action.
• A Competitive Package: Enjoy salary packaging benefits and competitive remuneration.

How to Apply: 
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining:

• your relevant experience and qualifications
• what motivates you to apply for this role
• How you apply person centred care into your everyday interactions with residents.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who do not submit their application with the above criteria may not be shortlisted or considered for this role.
  
If you would like to arrange a confidential discussion regarding the role, please email ••••@stbasils.com.au

To find out more about us, visit our website www.stbasils.com.au