Job Description

Are you a compassionate and experienced Personal Care Assistant looking for flexible work where you can make a real difference?

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Chaffey House in Merbein is seeking passionate Personal Care Assistants to join our team on a casual basis. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are available to work across a variety of shifts and can provide valuable coverage for planned leave, sick leave and other staffing needs.

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If you enjoy supporting older people and want the flexibility of casual work while being part of a caring and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

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About Respect Aged Care

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Since 1922, Respect Aged Care has proudly supported older Australians through high-quality care and a robust sense of community. We are a not-for-profit organisation that believes everyone deserves to live with dignity and respect.

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Headquartered in Tasmania, our organisation continues to grow, with aged care homes, retirement villages, home care services, and thousands of residents and staff across most states in Australia.

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The Opportunity

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As a casual Personal Care Assistant, you'll work under the guidance of our clinical team to provide compassionate, person-centred care to our residents.

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You'll have the opportunity to work across morning, afternoon and night shifts, providing essential staffing support across the home, including covering planned annual leave, sick leave and other short-term staffing requirements.

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You'll play an important role in ensuring our residents continue to receive consistent, high-quality care and support.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Deliver personal care tailored to individual needs, preferences and care plans.
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- Assist residents with meals, refreshments and daily living activities.
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- Accurately document care activities and report any changes or exceptions to the care plan.
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- Support meal planning by checking daily menu requirements.
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- Carry out tasks delegated by Registered or Enrolled Nurses.
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- Promote residents' independence, dignity and wellbeing.
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- Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents and staff.
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- Work collaboratively with the broader care team to ensure continuity of care.
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What We're Looking For

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- Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent.
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- Availability to work across a range of shifts, including mornings, afternoons and nights.
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- Flexibility to provide coverage for planned and unplanned leave, including sick leave.
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- Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain.
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- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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- A genuine passion for aged care and improving the lives of older people.
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- A reliable, flexible and team-focused approach to work.
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To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

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Why Work With Us?

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- Flexible casual employment with opportunities to work across a range of shifts.
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- Competitive pay rates with access to not-for-profit salary packaging benefits.
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- Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference to residents' lives.
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- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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- A positive, inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
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- The opportunity to build your experience within a growing aged care organisation.
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- Be part of a team committed to providing respectful, compassionate and quality care.
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Ready to Join Us?

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If you're a reliable and compassionate Personal Care Assistant looking for flexible casual work in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Personal Care Assistant (Merbein)
🏢 Respect Group
📍 Merbein