Personal Carer (Traineeship)

Establish a long-standing career in aged care
Join a progressive & supportive organisation
Based in Townsville | Free parking available on site
Part Time Traineeship available | 48 hrs per fortnight
Complete a fully funded Cert 3 in Individual Support Traineeship at Carinity – Fairfield Grange.
Carinity – Fairfield Grange has exciting Traineeship opportunities to become a qualified Personal Carer Worker in Residential Aged Care. Working in Aged Care will provide you with a rewarding long-term career that offers a range of services that support our resident's health and well-being. If you have a genuine interest in caring for the elderly and supporting their dignity and independence, then join our team in Townsville.
Carinity is excited to partner with a local RTO (Registered Training Organisation) that will deliver the Certificate 3 qualification, under a Traineeship program. The successful applicant will have 24 months to complete the Certificate 3 in Individual Support. Regular onsite visits from the RTO Trainers will ensure the successful applicant is supported in their learning every step of the way to achieve a nationally recognised qualification.
If you would like to know more information about this opportunity, information sessions will be held on the 20th of February 2024 at our Fairfield Grange site. Times for the information sessions will be released close to the date.
About the role:
Personal Carers are under the direction of the registered staff to meet the individual care needs of residents effectively and holistically, ensuring a high standard of living is maintained in a pleasant, homelike environment. Carinity is after motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to working with Carinity to make a real difference! If this sounds like you, you will benefit from attending the information sessions in February.
Eligibility for receive full funding:
Successful applicants must not have previous Certificate 3 qualifications or a higher qualification such as a Certificate 4, or a Diploma.
Must be an Australian citizen or a Permanent Resident.
All applicants will be assessed by the Registered Training Organisation to confirm each applicant's eligibility.
What do I need for the role?
No Aged Care experience is required, only a commitment to complete a traineeship.
Ability to undertake a variety of shift work (AM and PM shifts).
Current Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations.
NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain, or current Police Check (issued before 1 Feb 2021).
The benefits of joining the Carinity team
Work with an organisation that has a values-driven culture of caring for others.
Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options (pay less tax)
Be part of a passionate team that cares about delivering excellent care to residents.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program for our staff and their immediate family
Ongoing training and development opportunities within the aged care industry.
Who is Carinity?
Carinity is a not-for-profit, values-driven organisation, which has been making a real difference in people’s lives since 1949 through comprehensive and integrated community services including residential aged care, retirement living, home care, schools, disability support, counselling, youth accommodation and chaplaincy in hospitals and prisons. We are passionate about working with young people and families, especially in the areas of child protection, domestic and family violence, and child and adolescent mental health.
Fairfield Grange is a beautifully designed aged care facility offering all levels of care to residents as well as an on-site retirement community. This master planned site is in Townsville, only walking distance to cafés, a range of convenience stores and a medical centre. Carinity is a smoke-free environment.
How do I apply?
To apply or view more information, including the position description, visit https://www.carinity.org.au/join-our-team/. Applications should include a brief cover letter and Resume that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences.
Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
For further information, please contact Carinity Fairfield Grange on 4427 0000 during business hours.