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Personal Care Worker

  • 499120
  • Kerang, VIC, Australia, 3579
  • Casual

Caring for people isn’t just something you do, it’s who you are!

If you’re passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of senior Australians, Baptistcare wants to hear from you.

We’re currently welcoming new residents at Northaven in Kergang and have casual opportunities available for experienced Personal Care Workers! These are flexible roles spanning morning, afternoon, and night shifts across weekdays and weekends — ideal if you’re looking for variety and the chance to build real connections with the people in your care.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Salary packaging up to $18,550 per year — meaning significantly more take-home pay on top of your hourly rate.
  • Flexible casual shifts — mornings, afternoons, and nights across weekdays and weekends.
  • Ongoing training and professional development to keep your skills sharp and your career moving.
  • A culture of genuine respect, positive intention, and strong teamwork.
  • Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program.

THE ROLE

Working under the direction of a Residential Care and Services Manager, you’ll deliver hands-on personal care that’s guided by each resident’s individual care plan.

Every day looks a little different, but the focus is always the same: the person in front of you.

  • Deliver personal care in line with each resident’s care plan, supporting their goals and daily needs
  • Listen to residents and take the time to understand what matters most to them
  • Accurately record consumer outcomes in Baptistcare systems
  • Build respectful relationships with residents, families, and external stakeholders
  • Contribute to continuous improvement across the home
  • Report workplace and consumer risks to management promptly and appropriately
  • Attend scheduled training to maintain your skills and compliance

ABOUT YOU

You’re reliable, compassionate, and bring genuine energy to every shift.

  • Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent
  • Minimum 12 months’ experience working in a residential aged care facility
  • Genuine passion for caring for older people and supporting their wellbeing
  • Honest, reliable, and attentive to detail
  • Strong team player with the ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Flexible and positive — comfortable working across a variety of shifts
  • National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
  • Proof of working rights in Australia
  • Willingness to complete a medical assessment to confirm physical capability for the role

 

ABOUT BAPTISTCARE

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.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia. 

 

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

 

 

READY TO PUT YOUR SKILLS WHERE THEY MATTER MOST?

Hit ‘Apply’ now — applications are reviewed as they are received, so don’t wait.

Questions about the role? Reach out to Mitchell Kitanovski at talent@baptcare.org.au

Please note: applications must be submitted through our online system. We are unable to accept applications via email. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies refrain from making contact or submitting candidates for this position. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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