02 Aug
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St Basil's Homes
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Adelaide
02 Aug
St Basil's Homes
Adelaide
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 availableMake a real difference in residents' daily livesFlexible 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.
- Support residents in maintaining their cultural traditions, language, and links to community, with a particular focus on Greek culture for many of our residents
About You
- Previous experience working in an aged care or personal care setting (minimum 3-4 years experience required to be shortlisted for this role).
- 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.
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 advantages and competitive remuneration.
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📌 Experienced Personal Care Worker Christie Downs (Adelaide)
🏢 St Basil's Homes
📍 Adelaide