Personal Care Assistant (Casual)

• Casual
• Must be available to work all shifts including nights
• Myrtleford location

We are seeking a Personal Care Assistant to join our care team at Barwidgee Lodge, Myrtleford.

The successful candidate will help improve the health and wellbeing of the residents and the community and will implement integrated health intervention strategies that are consistent with Alpine Health’s philosophy, objectives and strategic direction.

About the role;

The Personal Care Assistant maintains the following primary responsibilities:

• To provide a high quality personal care, domestic assistance and supervision to residents within a supported residential care facility.
• To provide assistance with ordering, organising, and supervising the administration of prescribed medications. As deemed necessary and appropriate in accordance with Alpine Health policy and procedures.
• The provision of treatments including urine testing, basic dressings, fitting of prosthesis and aids such as, limb braces and elastic stockings. Under the guidance and supervision (direct or indirect) of a registered nurse.
• To ensure that all care is resident focused for the duration of each shift. This will include assistance with behaviour management and the support of residents’ spiritual, social, cultural, physical and emotional needs.
• To have ongoing input into care planning for residents, with close attention to appropriate documentation.
• To provide emergency assistance to residents as required and other tasks as directed by the Nurse Unit Manager or Care Team Leader.
• As directed and required, maintain the environment and equipment in a safe and hygienic manner in accordance with Health and Safety Regulations, reporting any requirements to the Nurse Unit Manager.
• To provide assistance and support to Visiting Medical Officers.

Who we are looking for;

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience;

• Certificate III Aged Care, or an equivalent demonstrated level of experience
• Current First Aid certificate
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to work in a rotating roster across all shifts including weekdays, weekends and public holidays
• Demonstrated experience within a residential care setting.
• Demonstrated experience with the documentation requirements for residential care
• Ability to work collaboratively and consultatively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Why you should join the Alpine Health Team;

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs     
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Option to swap any existing public holiday for another religious holiday or day of significance.
•  Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Support for our diverse workforce

How to apply;

All applications are to be submitted via Alpine Health Careers

Please submit your application including a resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description.

Applications are assessed upon receipt & close 30 July 2024.