Personal Care Assistant

Merriwa
Permanent Part Time (28 hours per week) 

The role:
Council is currently seeking a Personal Care Assistant to join the team at Gummun Place Hostel on a permanent, full time basis. The Hostel is an aged care facility with an approved bed allocation of 16 beds for older people who are unable to remain in their own home and require some assistance with daily living. This rewarding and diverse role includes personal care such as showering, dressing, cleaning, assisting with eating and social activities as well as supporting our Residents in living life to its fullest.

What we need from you:
Our ideal candidate will have a Certificate III in Aged Care, or will be willing to obtain. Previous experience in working in the Aged Care Industry is desirable, although not essential. 
The ability to work unsupervised and within a team is essential. 

What’s on Offer:
- $1129.85 to $1173.30 per 38 hour week (pro-rata)+ 11.5% Superannuation + allowances 
- Access to training and development opportunities 
- Salary sacrifice options
- Flexible work arrangements and reward program
- On the job training and development
- Generous annual and sick leave entitlements
- Ongoing online education and support with furthering professional development
- Incremental remuneration based on skill and experience

About us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date:
Wednesday 23 October 2024

Enquiries and Further Information
Give Sarah Austin, Clinical Care & Facility Manager, a call on 02 6521 7009 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity.

Job Description
To view the job description for this role, please click here. 

How to Apply
All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website – www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. 
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.