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Signature Care is seeking expressions of interest for our paid traineeship program.
Unlike other industries like hospitality or retail, aged care represents an essential service and, with an aging population, there will always be a need for jobs in aged care - recession-proof your future!
You can make a real difference in residents' and families' lives and start earning money straight away while progressing your career.
About the Company:
Signature Care is a family-owned and operated aged care provider with a focus on community, individual well-being, and a culture of respect and dignity. We have been caring for families for over three decades, and are proud of the unique residences offered to the community.
About PCA Traineeship:
Our PCA traineeships allow you to study and work at the same time!
It is your first step in developing a career in the Aged Care sector.
You will complete:
- 2 weeks full time induction training, followed by
- Minimum 3 shifts per week paid work
- Continue to study whilst working and being paid
- Finish with a Certificate III in Individual Support (PCA certificate)
You will be paired with a buddy who will help you to learn in your role as a PCA. You will be supported by the Signature Care team as well as receive training and support from our education partner.
What does a Personal Carer Do?
- Build meaningful working relationships with residents
- Personal care - bathroom/incontinence assistance/supporting and showers and dressing residents
- Serving meals and supporting residents with a meal
- Wellbeing - talking with residents and participating in activities
- Cleaning - tidying rooms, changing linen
- Administration - computer based documentation
About Yourself:
As a trainee, you are basically assessed at all times as the course and practical experience progresses. You will be limited to what you can do initially but as you progress you will expand your scope of work.
Essential to your success:
- Not currently studying Cert III Individual Support (Ageing)
- Excellent communication skills - listening, observing and speaking
- A passion for helping others
- Ability to think on your feet
- Motivation to learn, grow and develop
- Ability to work well in a team
- Problem solving
- Ability to build and maintain relationships among residents, colleagues and supervisors
Employee Benefits & Work Culture:
Our staff and trainees' health and wellbeing are important to us – which is why we have developed and partnered with selected providers to offer employees a growing range of benefits to make sure they get the most out of their working and personal life. Benefits available include:
- Exclusive staff discounts with JB Hi-Fi
- On-site cafe's
- Fun and engaging celebration days
- Staffroom facilities
- Free Parking
- CommBank Workplace banking
- Salary sacrificing options including superannuation and novated Leasing through Enlist
- Benefits through our default superannuation fund HESTA
- Access EAP – a voluntary, confidential, and free counselling service
If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, then apply for your traineeship now!
