Personal Care Assistant - Residential Aged Care

Eastern Health

  • Wantirna, VIC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 hours ago
Personal Care Assistant - murrenda Residential Aged Care
  • Ongoing full-time or part-time opportunity
  • Exciting opportunity to work in our purpose-built facility
  • Wantirna based | Work close to home
  • Learning and career opportunities
Eastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.About the roleWe have exciting opportunities for Personal Care Assistants (PCA) to join us in our purpose-built residential aged care facility in Wantirna. Working in care led by Registered and Enrolled Nurses, you will support and assist residents by engaging in activities of daily living and lifestyle, supporting their well-being independence, privacy and dignity.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:
  • Certificate III in Health Services Assistance; Certificate IV in Ageing Support or equivalent
  • Valid NDIS Screening Check
  • Availability to work morning and night duties
  • Previous experience working as a Personal Care Assistant in Residential Aged Care
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills
  • A strong commitment to high quality care
  • The ability to work as part of a diverse team
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the . Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits which include:
  • Diverse and engaging career opportunities
  • Friendly & supportive team
  • Generous salary packaging options
  • Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next StepsApply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check (which we will pay for). We will notify unsuccessful candidates.Contact Person: Nursing and Midwifery WorkforceContact Number: 03 9095 2451Contact Email: NMWorkforce@easternhealth.org.auNeed help submitting your application?Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)Our Values in Action:Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

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