Personal Care Assistant at Workday

Bendigo, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Care, Aged Care, Mobility Assistance, Feeding Support, Medication Reminders, Infection Control, Dignity and Respect, Following Care Plans, Compassion, Resilience, Person-Centred Care

Industry

Software Development

Description

Employment Type: Casual Location: Mercy Place Bethlehem, 36-42 Specimen Hill Road, Golden Square Victoria 3555 Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications Contact: Leanne Winning || LWinning@mercy.com.au All applications must be submitted online, applications via email cannot be considered. Please apply directly to the job advertisement; no direct applications will be accepted. Where there’s life, there’s Mercy. Where there’s care, there’s You. Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be? For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. Join us as a Personal Care Assistant and help us deliver even greater outcomes for our aged care residents, their families, our communities, and you. About the opportunity At Mercy Health, each moment, no matter how small, truly matters - and as a Personal Care Assistant, you’ll make a genuine difference when it’s needed the most by: Assist residents with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Help with mobility, including transferring residents from bed to chair, assisting with walking, and using mobility aids safely. Support residents with feeding, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration, and assisting with special dietary needs. Assist with medication reminders and support residents in taking prescribed medications, under the guidance of a nurse. Help maintain a clean and safe living environment by assisting with light housekeeping tasks, including making beds and cleaning rooms. Assist with organizing and engaging in activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being. Respond to residents' requests for assistance in a timely and professional manner. Follow care plans as outlined by registered nurses and healthcare professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care are met. Maintain confidentiality and respect for residents' privacy, dignity, and personal preferences. Adhere to safety protocols, including infection control procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). What you’ll bring: You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional person-centred care To thrive in this role, you will have: A minimum Certificate III / Cert IV in Aged Care or Individual Support. You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining: Police check or NDIS clearance Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare? Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career. Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply now Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process. We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present. The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Mercy Health Australia is renowned for its unwavering commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered health services and aged care services. If you're value and display empathy, integrity, and are seeking the opportunity to make a real difference, we invite you to join us! Mercy Health is made up of 10,000 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 employs people from many cultures and backgrounds who, irrespective of their beliefs, share a common bond to care for those in need. We look forward to welcoming you to your journey with Mercy Health.

Responsibilities

The Personal Care Assistant will be responsible for assisting residents with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support, while adhering strictly to outlined care plans and safety protocols. This role also involves helping maintain a safe environment and engaging residents in well-being activities.