Aged & Disability Care - Newly by HealthcareLink Support

Personal Care Assistant / Worker — Casual

Start timeframe: Immediately • Job type: Casual • Pay: Hourly

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable Personal Care Assistant to join an on-demand workforce serving Newborough and surrounding areas. This casual role offers flexible hours and meaningful work supporting clients with daily living activities, mobility assistance, personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication reminders, and companionship. Ideal candidates have a car, a full Australian driver's license, and clear police and working with children checks.

• Variety: Work with a diverse client base across home care and community settings.
• Flexibility: Casual shifts available to suit your schedule, with opportunities for additional hours.
• Impact: Provide practical support that directly improves clients’ quality of life and independence.
• Supportive Team: Access to coordinators and peer support to ensure safe, person-centered care.

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, toileting, and dressing.
• Support mobility and transfers, using safe manual handling techniques and mobility aids as required.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and assist with feeding where necessary.
• Provide medication reminders and follow care plans developed by supervisors and health professionals.
• Offer companionship, engage in social activities, and support community participation.
• Maintain accurate records of care, report changes in client condition, and follow privacy and confidentiality protocols.

• Access to a reliable car and willingness to travel locally for shifts.
• Full Australian Driver’s License with a clean driving history.
• Current and valid Police Check and Working with Children Check.
• Previous experience in personal care, disability support, aged care, or a related field is highly regarded.
• Strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow care plans, adapt to client needs, and maintain professional boundaries.

This role is casual and on-demand, ideal for people seeking flexible work alongside study, parenting, or other commitments. You will receive orientation and ongoing support. Training opportunities may be available to expand your skills in areas such as manual handling, infection control, dementia care, and first aid. Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a positive attitude are essential.

If you are a caring, dependable person who meets the essential criteria and wants to make a real difference in people’s lives in the Newborough community, we would love to hear from you.