Personal Care Worker (PCW)

Title: Personal Care Worker (PCW) Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent/Ongoing Location: Springwood NSW 2777 Salary: $34.59 – $35.25 Positions Available: Multiple positions available

About the Organisation

Buckland Aged Care Services is a trusted provider of residential aged care, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care in line with our vision, mission and values.

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate and reliable Personal Care Workers (PCW) to join our team. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide effective, individualised and holistic care to residents within our residential aged care facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care in accordance with individual care plans
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (e.g. personal hygiene, mobility, meals)
• Promote residents’ independence while respecting dignity, privacy and confidentiality
• Monitor and report changes in residents’ physical, emotional or behavioural condition
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and the care team
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents
• Comply with Work Health & Safety requirements and report hazards/incidents
• Participate in training, meetings and continuous improvement activities

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III in Individual Support or IV in Ageing Support
• Previous experience in caring for the elderly
• NDIS Worker Clearance

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience in a residential aged care facility
• Good written and verbal English communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Key Skills & Attributes

• Understanding of the needs of elderly residents
• Ability to follow direction and work effectively within a team
• Compassion, patience, and empathy
• Respect for diversity, cultural backgrounds, and individual beliefs
• Ability to recognise and respond to resident needs in a timely manner
• Commitment to the Aged Care Code of Conduct and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards

In order to be considered for employment, candidates are required to provide a NDIS Workers Clearance and obtain a satisfactory pre-employment medical assessment.