Personal Care Assistant

Job Description:Why become part of the St Vincent’s Care family?For more than 175 years, St Vincent’s Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aitkenhead continues to inspire our work today.At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.About the role:As a Personal Care Assistant (AIN) you’ll be part of an experienced, caring and dedicated team helping to create a welcoming, professional and supportive care experience for the residents of St Vincent’s Care Services Maroochydore.St Vincent’s Care Services Maroochydore is a modern, lifestyle-oriented aged care service located in a master-planned community precinct within walking distance of restaurants and shops centre on Queensland’s famed Sunshine Coast.Things that work for you:Caring and supportive team culture with opportunity for training and growthCompetitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annumOpportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive visionFriendly team environment with a great community care spiritAbility to visibly see your impact on the business and its serviceNo cost uniforms and trainingFree annual flu vaccinationEmployee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesAccess to the Fitness Passport (FP)Things that work for us:Previous experience in a similar roleCertificate III in Individual Support / Certificate III Aged Care or similar qualification essentialAbility to work on a permanent part time basisAbility to use computerised clinical management software such as Autumn CareMust be able to work on a casual basis all shiftsAbility to follow directives as per care planAn ability to work within a multidisciplinary teamVaccinated (and up-to-date vaccinations) against Influenza and Covid-19National Police CertificateNDIS Worker Screening Check may be a requirement of this role.Reconciliation Action PlanSt Vincent’s Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s unique perspectives, knowledge, and cultural. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment.As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit ,No agencies please.This role is subject to the completion of pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, a national criminal history check, work rights and evidence of immunisation history including COVID-19 and the 2023 influenza vaccination.Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:Contact Details: Leigh HarneyAlternate Contact:Closing Date: 17 June 2024 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit https or get in contact atCode of Conduct: