Description:
Do you love to build genuine connections, nurture belonging and enhance life? At Aveo, you can do just that and more. Join us and feel confident to embrace new challenges in our supportive culture. Bring your whole-self to work, grow as you learn new things and be rewarded through the joy of helping others. Together let's redefine retirement living for senior Australians.
The Opportunity
Jacaranda Gardens Retirement Living, located in Coffs Harbour , has an opportunity for a friendly Personal Care Attendant to join their team on a permanent part-time basis. As a Personal Care Attendant, you will provide high-quality daily care services for residents, with a focus on promoting their independence and well-being. You will enjoy fostering strong relationships with residents, their families and your colleagues to help ensure care outcomes are consistently exceeded.
This is a permanent part-time position working seven (7) shifts a fortnight. Week One - Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoon shifts. Week Two - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday afternoon shifts.
You will
- Work as part of a team providing safe and effective daily personal care, tailored to the resident's care needs
- Ensure all residents receive kind, caring and respectful personal care that supports their choice and independence
- Provide assistance to the residents and community with tasks including (but not limited to): medical & personal support, domestic cleaning and general admin duties
- Supporting residents with recreational and social activities
- Be passionate, trustworthy, reliable and enjoy connecting with residents, colleagues and the wider community
What you will bring
- Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, Disability, Health Services Assistance or equivalent (required)
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate (required)
- Current Police Check clearance (required, however we can complete for you)
- Current COVID-19 Vaccinations up to date (required)
What we offer
- $30.11/hour + relevant Aged Care Award entitlements including penalty rates , overtime and allowances + superannuation
- Potential to earn up to 12 weeks Parental Leave
- Ability to purchase additional Annual Leave
- Employee Referral Program, earning you up to $1000!
- Further career opportunities and development
- Be part of a friendly and supportive team
- Free Employee Assistance Program
Who we are
As a leader in retirement living, with 30 years' experience, Aveo provides the stability and confidence to try new things and keep innovating. Owned by Brookfield Asset Management, we're on an exciting journey of growth. Our in-house range of services is holistic, supporting our customers in their independence for as long as possible. This helps us deliver a seamless experience for our 12,000 residents across 90+ diverse communities nationwide. We're a dedicated group of over 1900 caring, friendly team members; united with our core values; Kindness, Care and Respect. Together we create thriving communities that help retired Australians be their best selves.
What's next?
Apply now and take to first step in Bringing your Passion to life! We are ready to welcome you.
Aveo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on hiring great people regardless of their race, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, background, religion, age, or sexual orientation. We treasure skills, expertise, and commitment. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best talent in the industry. Diversity is essential to our success; we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all our people feel comfortable being their authentic selves, and embraced for who they are.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: From $30.11 per hour
Expected hours: 27 per week
Benefits:
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Fixed shift
- Shift work
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Penalty rates
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a current First Aid (including CPR) Certificate?
- Aveo are formally requesting that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. Are you comfortable with meeting this expectation?
- Are you willing to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process? This will be paid for by Aveo.
- Are you aware of any circumstance regarding your health or capacity to work, which may impact your ability to perform the duties of the position?
- Do you hold certification 3 in aged care, individual support, HSA or equivalent?
- What suburb are you living in?
- Do you have a criminal charge, conviction or finding of guilt against you for an offense against any law? Have you ever been involved in any other criminal, civil or police action (pending or completed)? If yes, please give further information below.
- Are you happy with an hourly rate of $30.11/hour + super + penalties?
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person