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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Description
As a Carer, you'll support residents with warmth, dignity and compassion, helping them live well every day.
You'll build meaningful relationships, assist with daily living tasks, and contribute to a safe, supportive and person-centred workplace.
Your responsibilities will include:
Building genuine, trusting connections with residents and understanding their individual needs
Assisting with personal care including showering, grooming, meals and mobility
Supporting residents in activities that bring joy, purpose and social engagement
Encouraging independence and choice while upholding dignity
Communicating changes or concerns to supervisors to ensure care plans remain accurate
About the Employer
We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare.
As a for-purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia.
Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA, we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and priority are the customers we serve.
We strive to deliver care as it should be - with people right at the centre.




Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS Worker Screening Check and a pre-employment medical.
BaptistCare - Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.
About the Candidate
You're someone who brings compassion, patience and a genuine desire to support older people.
You'll thrive in this role if you have the heart for care and the practical skills to deliver it safely and professionally.
A Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent, or be actively working toward completion
Experience in residential aged care or a similar care environment
Competence in personal care tasks including showering, grooming, mobility and manual handling
A strong commitment to person-centred care, dignity and resident choice
Good communication skills and the ability to build warm, trusting relationships
The ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team
Reliability and flexibility, with availability to meet the roster requirements
Basic computer skills to complete documentation and follow care plans
A positive, respectful and empathetic approach to residents, families and colleagues




If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of a team that truly cares, we'd love to hear from you.
Availability for both AM and PM shifts
Weekday and weekend availability
Flexibility to pick up shifts as needed to support resident care and team coverage
About the Team
At Shalom Centre, you'll join a warm, collaborative team that puts residents at the heart of everything we do.
We value empathy, respect and genuine connection, and we support each other just as much as we support our residents.
You'll be part of a community where your contribution truly matters.
Why Join Us?
At BaptistCare, we value our employees and foster a positive, inclusive work environment.
We offer:
Hourly pay between $***** and $*****, dependent on experience and qualifications
Tax-free salary packaging up to $18,550*
Discounted gym memberships
Novated car leasing
Flexible work arrangements and additional leave options
Health and wellbeing initiatives including free counselling, spiritual support and nutrition advice
Study assistance up to $**** per year
Access to learning and development programs and courses such as LinkedIn Learning
This is your opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact every day.
Catholic Healthcare Limited - Canberra, ACT
Catholic Healthcare Limited - Canberra, ACT
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