About the role
CARINYA LODGE HOMES IN KORUMBURRA IS INCREASING ITS STAFFING HOURS!!! Here is a rare opportunity to secure close to full time (and part time) permanent roles as a PCA with one of South Gippslands’ leading residential care providers. All AM’s or PM shifts or a mixture of both to suit your preferred working times in a facility where our staff tell us they love their jobs and their residents. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Carinya family and experience real job satisfaction in a secure and on-going role providing first class care for local people.
About Carinya
At Carinya Lodge our journey began with a noble mission: to provide homes for widows of the war. Over the years, we’ve transformed into a registered Not-for-Profit Organisation and Charity, who own and manage a 60 Bed Residential Aged Care Facility and Retirement Village dedicated to serving our community.
Carinya’s values of Belonging, Quality Care, Respect and Community Connection underpin our mission to provide quality care services to our local community.
Come and join the Carinya Family!
What you’ll be doing
- Assisting residents with their daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and mobilising
- Monitoring residents’ health and wellbeing, and working with the broader care to report and document changes in residents health status
- Providing companionship and engaging residents in social activities and therapeutic programs
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to residents’ care
- Providing professional and compassionate care that meets the high standards required by Carinya and the strengthened aged care standards
What we’re looking for
- Relevant qualifications in aged care or personal care, such as a Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience in providing personal care to elderly individuals, preferably in a residential setting, and exceptional attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with residents, their families and the broader care team
- Compassionate and empathetic nature, with a genuine commitment to promoting the wellbeing of, and advocating for our residents
- A strong commitment to safety, quality and the strengthened Aged Care standards
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate with nursing staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for your residents
- Current police check and working with children check (or willingness to obtain)
What we offer
At Carinya Lodge Homes Inc’, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment for our employees. We offer:
- competitive remuneration,
- state f the art HR management, training and rostering systems that will keep you involved and take up less of your time
- opportunities for professional development,
- a range of benefits to support your work-life balance,
- salary packaging benefits (subject to eligibility)
- access to our employee assistance program where and when you need it
- an active social club offering functions and activities
- A supportive structure focused on helping you achieve your best professional self
About us
Carinya Lodge Homes Inc’ is a not-for-profit organisation that has been providing high-quality aged care services in the Korumburra community for over 30 years. Our mission is to enhance the lives of our residents by delivering personalised, compassionate care in a warm and welcoming environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.
Click ‘Apply now’ to join our team and become part of the family at Carinya
