Orbost Regional Health is seeking expressions of interest from suitable qualified personal care attendants to undertake the role of Personal Care Assistant in our high level aged care facility, Waratah Lodge. For a fixed term period with an option to be part of the casual bank following the end of the contract.
Brief outline of Position including Job Responsibilities:
Successful applicants will be responsible for providing home-like, person-centred care in a safe and secure environment for residents of Waratah Lodge. Candidates should have previous experience in personal care and a demonstrated commitment to aged care, have basic computer knowledge and skills, an understanding of OH&S issues relating to this position, have a friendly and helpful manner, be able to work as part of a team and demonstrate flexibility and commitment. It will also be advantageous if applicants have experience working with or knowledge of dementia management and an understanding of harm minimisation for residents such as falls prevention.
Required
Qualifications:
Certificate III or IV in Personal Care
If you are interested in applying for the position of Personal Care Assistant please download the appropriate position description below
or contact the Human Resources Department (03) 5154 6651; email: humanresources@orh.com.au You must address the key selection criteria when preparing your application.
Contact Kim Griebenow, Nurse Unit Manager on 5154666 for further information regarding this position
Your application MUST include the following:
Closing date for applications is: 2nd August 2024
Orbost Regional Health values: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Community.
ORH is an equal employment opportunity employer. We strive for an inclusive working environment for employees from a variety of backgrounds. We welcome applications from Aboriginal people, workers of all ages, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.