Personal care assistant

Casual Full time Part time @Mercy Health

Job Detail

  • Position  PCA - Personal Care Assistant

Job Description

We are currently seeking Permanent and casual Personal Care Assistants to provide quality, resident-focused care by attending to physical, emotional and spiritual needs of our residents. Personal Care Assistants are responsible for promoting a positive and safe environment for all residents, taking an active role in getting to know our residents and their families, and undertaking documentation to the highest standard.
This role offers:
Support provided by a dedicated team
Casual and permanent
Provide quality resident-focused care utilising a person-centred approach and in accordance with care plans, Aged Care Standards and policies/procedures of Mercy Health
Provide accurate and timely documentation relevant to resident care
Work in consultation with other staff to provide relevant and timely information
Preferred availability during the mornings, afternoons and nights
Salary is in line with Enterprise Agreement and will be based on your years of experience (hourly rate between $31.27- $33.11)
ABOUT YOU:
Certificate III or IV in Aged Care
Students seeking 120 hours of placement welcome
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate in a team environment and report/document in line with requirements
Demonstrated understanding of person-centred care.