Personal Carer - Casual Pool -Holbrook Hostel
About The Position
UPA of NSW is recruiting directly employed casual Personal Care Workers/Care Service Employees for its Holbrook Hostel in Holbrook. The role offers flexible shifts matched to availability where possible, with opportunities for additional work during Christmas, New Year and beyond. Employees receive a UPA induction, workplace training and ongoing support, and may work with familiar residents, teams and homes. Suitable employees may be considered for ongoing or permanent positions if vacancies become available. The role supports residents to maintain their independence, wellbeing and connection to activities they enjoy. Shifts depend on operational requirements and the employee’s availability. Availability for morning, afternoon, night, weekend and public-holiday shifts is highly regarded. Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of required pre-employment checks, which may include a National Criminal History Check, pre-employment medical assessment, evidence of vaccinations required under UPA policy, and verification of qualifications and Australian working rights.
Requirements
- Hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Aged Care or an equivalent qualification, or be actively working towards one where permitted.
- Have a compassionate and respectful approach to supporting older people.
- Be reliable and comfortable responding to available shifts.
- Communicate well and enjoy working as part of a team.
- Hold current Australian working rights.
- Be able to work across a range of days and shift times.
Nice To Haves
- Previous residential aged-care experience.
- A current First Aid Certificate.
- Availability for morning, afternoon, night, weekend and public-holiday shifts.
Responsibilities
- Provide respectful, person-centred care.
- Support residents with personal care and daily living activities.
- Assist residents with mobility.
- Assist with medication administration when appropriately trained and assessed as competent.
- Complete accurate care documentation.
- Work closely with nurses and other care employees.
- Build positive relationships with residents and their families.
Benefits
- Flexible shifts matched to availability where possible.
- Competitive casual rates, including applicable loadings and penalty rates.
- Opportunities for extra work throughout Christmas, New Year and beyond.
- UPA induction, workplace training and ongoing support.
- Opportunity to return to familiar residents, employees and homes.
- Access to UPA’s Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.
- Chance to be considered for permanent roles when suitable vacancies become available.
- Meaningful work supporting older people in the community.
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