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Aged Care Worker (Residential)

  • 499221
  • Perth Metro, WA, Australia
  • Casual
  • Casual opportunities available with flexible shifts to support your work–life balance
  • Join our friendly team in Rockingham and make a difference in the lives of older people every day
  • Must have experience supporting people living with dementia

About the role:

Based at our 99-bed facility in Rockingham, you’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide person-centred care that supports residents’ physical, emotional and social wellbeing. You’ll help residents achieve their individual goals, maintain their independence and take part in meaningful daily activities that enhance their quality of life. Experience supporting people living with dementia is essential, including understanding their individual needs and providing compassionate support with their day-to-day activities.

Your responsibilities will include promoting independence, collaborating with staff and nursing teams, and assisting with daily tasks such as personal care, mobility, meals, household duties and leisure activities. You will follow care plans to provide safe, person-centred support, maintain a clean and safe environment, encourage social connection and wellbeing, and adhere to infection control, safety and regulatory requirements.

Shift times:

  • AM: 07:00 – 15:00
  • PM: 14:45 – 21:45/22:45
  • ND : 22:30 – 07:15

Applicants must be available to work a minimum of 3 days per week across morning, afternoon and night duty shifts, including availability over the Christmas period.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary range: $32.61 – $36.23 per hour
  • Positive, inclusive work environment at BaptistCare
  • Tax-free salary packaging options
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Novated car leasing available
  • Access to health and wellbeing initiatives
    • Free counselling support
    • Spiritual care support
    • Nutrition advice
  • Career development opportunities
    • Study assistance up to $3,000 per year
    • Access to learning and development programs
    • LinkedIn Learning access

About you:

  • Holds or is currently working towards a Certificate III in Aged Care (or similar), or undertaking undergraduate Registered Nurse studies
  • Demonstrates an understanding of BaptistCare’s Christian identity and reflects its values in the workplace
  • Delivers care using a person-centred approach
  • Works effectively and contributes positively within a team environment
  • Communicates well and builds relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, including CALD communities
  • Follows written and verbal instructions accurately
  • Manages a busy workload and adapts to changing priorities
  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to customer-focused care
  • Has basic to intermediate IT skills across a range of applications

About Us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose‑led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

With more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and 2,000 volunteers, we work every day to enrich lives through communities of care.

Additional Information

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening and a pre‑employment medical.

BaptistCare – Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.

Recruitment Agencies: This position is managed directly by our Talent Acquisition team. Please do not contact employees directly or submit unsolicited CVs.

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