Personal Care Attendant - Wahroonga, North Sydney

at  Prestige Inhome Care

• Hourly rate ranging from $38.01 per hour - $$81.93 per hour
• One of AFR’s Best Places to Work in 2024
• Empower lives and advance your career with compassionate, personalised care

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking outstanding individuals who have:

• Experience with MND care and peg feeding (highly desirable)
• Skills in manual handling and working with a two-person assist
• Background in aged care, disability support, and home & community care
• Relevant qualifications in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, or Nursing
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Current First Aid & CPR certifications
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check, or the willingness to obtain one
• Flexibility to adapt to different shifts and locations

What’s in It for You?
We are thrilled that Prestige Inhome Care has been recognised as one of the AFR BOSS Best Places to Work! This acknowledges our commitment to fostering a workplace where everyone feels supported and empowered.
At Prestige, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. From our dedicated carers to our passionate office staff, every team member plays an important role in delivering exceptional care and support to our clients and their families. This recognition from AFR reaffirms our belief that when employees feel valued and respected, they can truly thrive personally and professionally.

There are many other benefits of working at Prestige, including:

• Warm Welcome: Paid introduction to the team on your first day.
• Flexibility: Rosters tailored to fit your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive Team: A service-oriented team available 24/7.
• Recognition: Exciting reward and recognition programs.
• Wellness: Health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Community: Fun social events with your team.
• Quality Gear: Prestige uniform, badges, and PPE provided.
• Convenience: Easy access to shift information via a mobile app.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Personal Care Assistant to provide exceptional care for a client living with Motor Neuron Disease (MND). The ideal candidate will have expertise in MND care, peg feeding, and manual handling, with experience supporting clients with complex care needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide personal care and support in 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm or 9am-9pm)
• Assist with client transfers, including the use of a standing lifter, pivot transfers with a gait belt, and assistance with bed mobility
• Support with peg feeding and medication administration
• Provide 2-person assistance for transfers, based on client fatigue levels
• Active night support for 2-person assistance as needed
• Ensure safety and fall prevention, as the client is a falls risk
• Monitor and support life-sustaining technology as part of daily care.