Personal Care Assistant

Perth - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 39 - 41

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Your role at St John of God Healthcare at Home

We are seekingPersonal Care Assistantsto join our growing HAH services in Perth on a casual basis.

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse Personal Care Workers provide personal care requirements to clients in their place of residence in the community and is responsible to the Registered Nurse for standards of practice in relation to the provision of care including all infection control issues.

The Position

Provide a range of personal care tasks based on assessed needs as determined by the care plan which enables the recipients to maintain their desired standards of personal care and hygiene.
Encourage and promote recipients independence and coping mechanisms.
Assist with medications as per scope of practice.
Applying medical aids.
Documentation completed and recorded in patient file after each visit.
Provide feedback to the Registered Nurse if any changes are observed in the clients mental or physical health or environment.
Seek clarification of delegated roles from the Registered Nurse as required.
Seek guidance from the Registered Nurse whenever unsure of requirements.

Successful applicants will hold a Certificate 3 in Home and Community Care Aged Care Disability or Individual Support current First Aid & CPR certificate and WA Drivers license.

Above all patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

Hourly rate: $39.25 to $41.11 (Incl. casual loading) plus 12% Superannuation
Casual positions available
As a casual employee you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options additional purchased leave & well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance

For all enquiries contact Susan Sinclair Nurse Manager on .

If suitable candidates are identified shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes and advertisement may close prior to listed date.

At St John of God Health Care we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure welcoming and accessible and unified through our diverse community.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Your role at St John of God Healthcare at HomeWe are seekingPersonal Care Assistantsto join our growing HAH services in Perth on a casual basis.Under the direction of the Registered Nurse Personal Care Workers provide personal care requirements to clients in their place of residence in the community...