Personal Care Assistant

at  Mercy Health

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: South West Region | Colac-Otway
Job type: Part time, Casual
Organisation: Mercy Health
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Health and Allied Health, Aged Care
Reference: 21601
We are seeking compassionate Personal Care Assistants to care for our residents at Mercy Place Colac, our 107 bed residential aged care facility in Colac.

ABOUT YOU:

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or Individual Support
• Students seeking placements or traineeships welcome to apply
• Previous experience in Aged Care is desirable
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Previous experience in cooking or in a hospitality environment

ABOUT US:

Mercy Health is a Catholic organisation grounded in a 2,000-year tradition of caring for others. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Health is made up of more than 9,500 people who provide acute and subacute hospital care, aged care, mental health programs, maternity and specialist women’s health services, early parenting services, home care services and health worker training and development.
Mercy Health is proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the WGEA.

• Perm & casual roles available
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for elderly residents.
• Assist residents with mobility issues, including transferring from beds to chairs, walking, or using mobility aids.
• Monitor and report changes in residents’ health or behavior to nursing staff or supervisors.
• Engage residents in social activities, conversation, and recreational activities to promote mental stimulation and social interaction.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a caring and compassionate atmosphere.
• Follow established care plans and protocols to ensure residents receive consistent and quality care.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, family members, and external service providers to meet the holistic needs of residents.
• Attend training sessions and continuing education programs to enhance knowledge and skills in aged care practices.
• Uphold principles of dignity, respect, and autonomy in all interactions with residents, treating them with empathy and understanding.
• Pay rates range from $31.2705 - $32.59 (pay rates will be dependent on experience post qualification)