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Personal Care Worker

Personal Care Worker

KalyraMcLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia
4 days ago
Job description

Introduction

It\'s different at Kalyra. Do you have a genuine passion for delivering high-quality care? Searching for more than just a job? At Kalyra, we\'re a community, a family and a choice to make a positive impact in people\'s lives. For more than 130 years, our dedicated team has been supporting South Australians to enjoy life as they age. As a Personal Care Worker, you\'ll be right at the heart of our impact. You\'ll see the difference you make in every moment, big and small, and enjoy plenty of variety and the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Be welcomed by a good-hearted and values-driven team that supports you through every challenge and win.

Description : Your opportunity

As our valued Personal Care Worker at McLaren Vale Residential Aged Care, you\'ll ensure the best possible quality of life for our residents. By providing continual support in daily living tasks, you\'ll contribute to a safe, home-like environment that upholds residents\' comfort, independence, and dignity.

With care and compassion, you will :

  • Provide personal care, including assistance with showering, grooming, and dressing
  • Support residents with daily living tasks, such as eating, general cleaning, and social activities
  • Collaborate with fellow healthcare team members to ensure individual care plans are followed
  • Make progress notes and communicate any changes in residents\' health status
  • Nurture friendly, empathetic, and professional relationships with residents and their families.

Note : This is a permanent part-time position, offering 8 shifts per fortnight. The roster is as follows :

Week 1

  • Wednesday - AM
  • Saturday - AM
  • Sunday - ND
  • Week 2

  • Tuesday - ND
  • Thursday - PM
  • Friday - PM
  • Saturday - PM
  • Sunday - AM
  • Skills and Experiences

    What You\'ll Bring

    You’re a compassionate, empathetic, and resilient person who deeply respects and seeks to enhance the well-being and dignity of older people. Your excellent care and interpersonal skills will facilitate our residents’ comfort and privacy, and you respect their individual preferences, values, and beliefs.

  • Full working rights
  • Minimum of 12 months experience as a Care Worker
  • A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
  • Experience providing personal care in a residential aged care home (either paid work or placement hours)
  • A National Police Check (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Preferably 3 COVID-19 vaccinations
  • Annual influenza vaccination
  • Preferably, Current First Aid and CPR accreditation
  • Ideally, you will also have :

  • Availability to work three days a week or more
  • Ability to comply with safe work practices and food-safe handling practices
  • Ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English
  • Preferably a reliable vehicle with a current driver’s licence
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    Personal Care Worker • McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia