• Build your career by contributing to the care and support of our residents!
• Casual Positions| Morning and afternoon shifts available
• $42.90 - $43.89 per hour including casual loading (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation

About the team
Warrawee Community offers a home-like environment for our residents, comprising of six single-story houses surrounded by lush gardens and grounds. The community is made up of 90 beautifully appointed single rooms featuring a bedroom with ensuite. Warrawee provides peace of mind for its residents whatever care level they choose. 

About the role
As a Personal Carer, you will provide high quality, person-centered care that supports the health, wellbeing, dignity and independence of residents.

Working collaboratively with residents, families and healthcare professionals, you will contribute to a safe, respectful and home-like environment while delivering care that meets individual needs and preferences.

Other responsibilities include:

• Delivering a range of personal care services, including mobility support, continence care, nutrition and hydration assistance, skin care, dementia support, pain management and end-of-life care.
• Assisting with the development, implementation and review of individualised care plans to ensure residents' changing needs and preferences are met.
• Administering medications in accordance with legislative requirements, professional standards and organisational policies and procedures.
• Monitoring resident wellbeing and promptly reporting and documenting any changes in condition to support timely clinical intervention.
• Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues, and supporting food service and kitchen duties.

About you
You are a compassionate and reliable care professional who is committed to delivering person-centred care and enhancing the wellbeing of older people.

You thrive in a team environment, demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality in your work, and are passionate about providing high-quality support that aligns with organisational values.

The following is also required:

• Certificate III in Aged Care (or equivalent qualification) and a sound understanding of contemporary aged care practices and standards.
• Knowledge of common health conditions experienced by older people, with a patient, caring and respectful approach to resident care.
• Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and uphold resident confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of personal presentation and hygiene.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• New National Police Record Check
• Pre-employment medical assessment
• Proof of Annual Influenza vaccination
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
Personal Care Residential - Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!

All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: 25 September at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Andrea Anderson, Rostering & People Operations Officer on (03) 9570 2211 or email aanderson@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our First Nations Officer on FirstNations@gleneira.vic.gov.au

We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.