Personal Care Worker (Gawler East)

Calvary Trevu house

Located in Gawler East, South Australia

About the role

This is a rewarding, hands on role that will give you the opportunity to positively impact on the lives of our residents. Care Service Employees work within the aged care team to promote the delivery of quality care to residents and their families, demonstrating competence in the provision of resident-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

Work within an established and agreed framework to deliver a range of personal care tasks, including, but not limited to daily hygiene, for example: showering; shaving; dressing; mouth and eye care Observe the condition of residents and report any changes to the Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse, Facility Manager or appropriate person as well as completing the required documentation Respect each person’s privacy, dignity and confidentiality when providing services for residents Assist residents who require assistance with mobility as per care plan. Residents are to be encouraged to remain ambulatory and independent Respect each resident and ensure that they are treated with dignity and given opportunities for making decisions particularly concerning their day to day routine

What you bring

Certificate III Aged Care or Individual Support is essential Current Influenza Immunisation & Covid-19 Vaccination Effective interpersonal communication; both written and verbal Working knowledge of WHS and Infection Control A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter.

Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia’s largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care.

With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

**Your advantages**: NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships Paid parental leave Training, development pathways and career opportunities Flexible hours that make sense for you

**Please note the following**: You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qn0wo