Care Assistant
Healthcare · Melbourne VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview
Have you looked after elderly residents before, whether in a care home in the Philippines, in the Middle East or somewhere else? Aged care providers in Australia want dependable, suitably qualified Aged Care Workers and Personal Care Assistants to look after residents in professional residential care settings.
Each day you will help older people with everyday activities, always keeping their dignity, independence, safety, comfort and quality of life at the heart of what you do.
The right person brings a good mix of qualifications, hands-on care experience, communication skills and professional conduct. Your background and credentials can be assessed so you can be matched with suitable providers based on your experience and capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Help residents with showering, dressing, grooming, toileting and other personal hygiene needs
- Support safe movement around the home, including transfers and the use of mobility equipment
- Assist at mealtimes with eating, drinking and any feeding needs
- Offer friendly company and emotional support, and help with daily routines and meaningful activities
- Give every resident caring, respectful support that puts them as a person first
- Respect each resident's privacy, dignity, culture and personal preferences
- Encourage residents to stay independent and join in daily activities
- Work according to each resident's care plan and follow infection control, manual handling and safety procedures
- Notice any physical, emotional or behavioural changes in a resident, report them, and keep care notes and records accurate
- Stay in good contact with nurses, fellow carers, allied health staff and families, helping create a safe, supportive and respectful place to live
Requirements & Eligibility
- A qualification relevant to aged care, healthcare, personal care or nursing assistance
- Earlier work in aged care, residential care or disability support is preferred
- Hands-on understanding of person-centred care, plus the ability to follow care plans, procedures and workplace standards
- Good English for talking with residents and colleagues at work, backed by strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A caring, dependable and professional attitude, with the ability to build respectful relationships with residents and the care team
- Willing to complete the required police checks, screening and health assessments
- Able to work a range of shifts, including weekends when required
- Applicants who are offshore may be considered for employer sponsorship, subject to eligibility
- Applicants already onshore with suitable Australian work rights are welcome to apply
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