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Join Our Caring Team: Personal Care Assistants Wanted!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of others? Do you thrive in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with opportunities for career advancement? About Respect Group Limited: Respect Group Limited is a growing, not-for-profit, and purpose-driven provider of aged care services.

We operate across Tasmania, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and New South Wales, and are known for the exceptional care we provide to our residents as well as the respectful and supportive working environment we offer our employees. The Role: We are currently seeking 10 Personal Care Assistants to join our team at our Care Community Hudson House and Yallambee Lodge in Cooma, NSW.

Full-time positions (38 hours per week). Expected commencement: Between September 2026 to June 2027 for ongoing work. Shift times vary from Morning (7am start), Afternoon (2.30pm start) and Nights (2300pm start) As a Personal Care Assistant, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive care team, providing personal care and assistance to our residents, guided by the senior clinical team.

You will help with daily living activities, assist with meal delivery, monitor and record resident progress, and follow care plans. Key Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living and lifestyle in line with their care plans.
• Complete allocated care duties as delegated by Registered or Enrolled Nurses.
• Assist with meal delivery, refreshments, and other care-related tasks.
• Record observations and document resident progress.

We’re Looking for Candidates Who Have:

• A relevant qualification or a willingness to undertake on-the-job training.
• A genuine interest in working in aged care.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to manage a varied and demanding workload.
• The capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility for shift work, including nights and weekends.
• A current NDIS Worker Screening Check (we’ll assist you in obtaining this if necessary).

What Respect Offers:

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work.
• A supportive, healthy workplace culture.
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and career development.
• Staff recognition program to reward your contributions.
• Above-award conditions in line with our https://www.nswnma.asn.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Lithgow-Aged-Care-Ltd-NSWNMA-and-HSU-NSW-Enterprise-Agreement-2017-2020.pdf.
• Pay incentives, including salary packaging to increase your tax-free threshold from $18,000 to $34,000.
• Access to our employee discount program and corporate insurance partnerships.

Hourly Rates:

• $33.00 per hour (unqualified) to $37.00 per hour (with Certificate III).
• Plus, penalty rates and applicable shift allowances, in line with our enterprise agreement.
• If required, 3-4 weeks of training will be offered at our Wangaratta Care Community, prior to relocating to this Care Community.

If you are ready to join a team that values your contributions and provides meaningful work in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply today. Applications will only be accepted by this link. Paste the link in a new browser to apply. https://forms.gle/MByVUxfKAi2Yx4Kf8