Personal Care Worker

Personal Care Worker - Yallambee Traralgon Village for the Aged.

PERMANENT PART TIME / CASUAL

Are you PASSIONATE about making a POSITIVE impact on people's lives? Do you have a CARING and COMPASSIONATE nature? Would you like to make a DIFFERENCE to the lives of those living within our community?? 

Are you an exceptional Personal Care Worker who wants to provide the best care possible for residents and do you need a company that will support you in providing quality care?? If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, then Yallambee is the place for you to work!

Yallambee has exciting opportunities for experienced and enthusiastic Personal Care Workers to join our residential care services team. Our current Senior Clinical team boasting of a Clinical Operations Manager, Clinical Care Co-ordinators, Quality Manager and Nursing Team Leaders are in place to support you in your role as a PCW. 

We are looking for passionate and skilled professionals to join our team, making a positive impact on the well-being and lives of those we serve.

At Yallambee we are a leading provider of personalised care services aimed at enhancing the quality of life of people living within our community. Our goal is to promote independence, dignity, and well-being while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for consumers. We pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering compassionate care and building meaningful connections with those we serve.

We are committed to providing the highest standard of care for our elderly residents. Our goal is to create a safe, warm, and welcoming environment where residents can thrive, and we couldn't do this without our dedicated team.

As a Personal Care Worker, you will play a vital role in providing assistance and support to individuals requiring personalized care. You will work closely with consumers to help them with daily activities, promote their independence, and ensure their comfort and well-being. Your compassionate and empathetic nature will be crucial in building rapport with consumers, fostering trust, and enhancing their overall quality of life.

The successful applicants will be part of a dynamic team of committed, dedicated and caring staff who understand each resident’s needs, goals and preferences to optimise their health and well-being of each individual. Personal Care Workers are an integral member of the care team, delivering personal care to our frail and aged residents. 

The Personal Care Worker works under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse and is responsible to ensure their focus is primarily on delivering the highest quality of care and customer service, within their scope of practice, for each individual resident. 

We are proud to have achieved the highest possible recognition through the Residential Aged Care Star Ratings, receiving an overall 5 Star Rating. In addition, we have been awarded a 5 Star Rating in Staffing and a 5 Star Rating in Compliance. These outstanding results reflect our strong commitment to excellence in care, the dedication and commitment of our team, and the supportive, high-quality workplace that we provide.

Employee Benefits

Free onsite parking

Not for Profit Organisation

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite cafe available for staff, residents and visitors, offering grab and go or sit-down meals/coffee.

Supportive learning environment overseen by a Quality Manager (RN) and Education / Policy Co-ordinator

Senior Clinical Support (Executive Clinical Operations Manager, Clinical Care Co-ordinators and Nursing Team Leaders)

Employee referral bonus incentive policy of up to $600 in place for those meeting the eligibility criteria. Encourage others to come and join our team!!

Yallambee has partnered with a local provider to offer Corporate discount for Private Health Insurance to our staff.

Yallambee is proud to recognise the Ausmed Passport™ as evidence for recognition of prior learning during induction and annual mandatory training. Employees, new-starters and job applicants can obtain an Ausmed Passport™ free of charge by visiting this link: https://www.ausmed.com.au/passport  

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Key Performance Areas include:

Ensures the highest standards of practice and care delivery.

Compliance with the Aged Care Standards, Yallambee’s Policies and Procedures and Yallambee’s Vision, Mission and Values Policy.

Delivery of personal care in accordance with assessed need, within their scope of practice and as directed by the Registered Nurse and Enrolled Nurse

Maintains and enhances resident’s health and well-being, capabilities, independence, choice, privacy, dignity and safety.

Ensures a safe working and living environment.

Highest standard of documentation including, charting, progress notes, schedules, duty lists.

Incident identification, reporting and documentation.

Communicating professionally and appropriately to residents, families and referring questions and concerns to Nursing staff.

Participation in auditing and continuous quality improvement activities

Good attention to detail

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Key Selection Criteria:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Certificate III or IV in Aged Care / Individual Support, completion of the subject "assist with medication" highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Must have a person-centered approach to care and service delivery.

Previous experience in Aged Care is highly desirable.

Knowledge of Strengthened Aged Care Standards

All appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a valid NDIS Workers Screening Check, evidence of 2026 influenza vaccination and evidence of COVID-19 vaccination.

If you have a heart for providing personal care, companionship, and support to elderly residents, we'd love to have you on our team. 
 

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