Personal Care Assistant

• Permanent Part Time opportunities - Night, PM and AM shifts available
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents by providing compassionate and personalised care in our three homes
• Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment that values diversity, promotes personal growth, and offers comprehensive training opportunities.

About you

You are a qualified and compassionate person who has a strong focus on providing high quality care to our residents at Jewish Care Victoria. You’re passionate to positively impact our residents' lives by aiding and supporting with services that are in line with their needs. You will be a part of a vibrant, dedicated and community orientated team that unites for the common goal of caring for our residents. 

You would be a great fit if you have:

• Completed a Certificate III in Individual Support or Certificate IV in Ageing Support
• Medication competency certificate (desirable) 
• Good communication skills and customer service
• Demonstrate an understanding of culturally diverse environments
• Experience providing personal care to assist residents with activities of daily living and lifestyle
• Provide residents with nutrition and hydration in a timely manner
• Ensure residents daily care is provided in a dignified manner
• Legible and accurate documentation of daily care notes and observations as required with responsibility for ensuring up to date knowledge of Residential Care Standards and completion of assessment records in collaboration with the team.

The benefits of working with Jewish Care

• Generous not- for-profit Salary Packaging to increase your take home pay!
• Employee Assistance for you and your family
• Free onsite staff car parking at our aged care facilities 
• Career development & advancement encouraged
• Staff Referral Bonus Program 

About us
Jewish Care Victoria, is a not-for-profit organisation and is one of the largest providers of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria and has been servicing the community for over 175 years. Our staff come from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. We offer an Ethos Day—an enriching learning experience that delves into the intricacies of Jewish history and culture. This day aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of the ethos and mission of Jewish Care.

If you are a caring and compassionate individual seeking a rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to apply for this Personal Care Assistant position. Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

 Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

Jewish Care is committed to protecting clients and staff members from all forms of harm and abuse. We are a child safe organisation. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process during their recruitment process.