Personal Carer - Ascott Gardens

United Protestant Association of NSW Limited • Orange, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

UPA of NSW is hiring directly employed casual Personal Care Workers/Care Service Employees for Ascott Gardens, with opportunities around Christmas, New Year and beyond. Employees receive a UPA induction, workplace training, ongoing support, and the opportunity to work with familiar residents, teams and homes. Shifts are matched to availability where possible, and employees may be considered for ongoing or permanent roles when suitable vacancies arise.

The role supports residents to maintain their independence, wellbeing and connection to activities they enjoy. Duties may include person-centred personal care, assistance with daily living and mobility, medication support when appropriately trained and assessed as competent, care documentation, collaboration with nurses and other care employees, and relationship-building with residents and families.

Employment is casual, with shifts dependent on operational requirements and availability. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include a National Criminal History Check, 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, person-centred care.
• Support residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Assist residents with mobility.
• Support 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.
• Opportunity to be considered for permanent roles when suitable vacancies become available.
• Meaningful work supporting older people in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed