Care Assistant

Short Description:

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About the Company:

Baptcare is a purpose driven and faith-based organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia, providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.

At Baptcare, our values are deeply rooted in the principles of Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect, and Effectiveness. These values guide us in all aspects of our operations and interactions, shaping our corporate culture and driving our success ​. ​

The Role:

Wattle Grove, a Baptcare Residential Aged Care facility in Lalor, Victoria, is actively welcoming new residents and is offering Part-Time and Casual opportunities for Personal Care Assistants. We are looking for dependable candidates who can work flexible hours including weekdays and weekends for morning, afternoon shifts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Listen to consumers and understand what is important to them and support them to achieve their goals

Following the care plan, work to a planned schedule under the direction of a registered nurse.

Record consumer outcomes into the appropriate Baptcare records

Participate in the continuous improvement cycle at the home

Build relationships with families and other agencies/stakeholders with the goal of improving life for consumers in care

Report workplace risks to management

Report consumer risks to management, including inappropriate behaviours or actions not aligned to our values

Attend regular scheduled training to maintain your level of skill

Essential Qualifications & Requirements:

Minimum Certificate III in Aged Care

Minimum of 12 months working experience in an Aged Care facility

Be customer focused with a passion for working in Aged Care

Have excellent attention to detail, be honest and reliable, and possess a positive and flexible attitude

A proven ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively in a team

If you have a true passion for caring for the elderly and ensuring their wellbeing and daily lifestyle needs are met, we would love to hear from you!

What’s it for You?

Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.

Further, the successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing of up to $18,550 per annum!
• Ongoing professional development and team building opportunities
• Access to confidential counselling and support services

How to Apply:

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application. 

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.

Must have 2 Doses of COVID Vaccination.

A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role

If you require support with the application process, please contact ******@baptcare.org.au

At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.

Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.