Care Assistant - Residential Care

Ozcare has permanent part-time opportunities available for experienced and compassionate Care Assistants to join our team at our beautiful Noosa Heads Aged Care Facility.

As a valued member of our Residential Aged Care team, you will play an important role in supporting residents to maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life through the delivery of person-centred care in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Your Role

As a Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality care and support to residents while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing individualised care and support in accordance with residents' care plans

Assisting residents with personal care activities, including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility support

Supporting residents with activities of daily living to promote independence and wellbeing

Assisting with medication administration in line with organisational policies and procedures

Observing, reporting and documenting changes in residents' health and wellbeing

Maintaining accurate records and completing required clinical and funding documentation

Contributing to a safe, clean and comfortable living environment for residents

Working collaboratively with colleagues, residents, families and allied health professionals to deliver holistic care

Your Attributes

We're looking for caring and committed professionals who share our passion for enhancing the lives of older Australians. You will have:

A genuine commitment to person-centred care and supporting resident choice

A compassionate, respectful and empathetic approach

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

A strong commitment to quality care, safety and continuous improvement

Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including afternoon, overnight, weekend and public holiday shifts as required

A positive attitude and a willingness to contribute to a supportive team culture

How You'll Benefit

When you join Ozcare, you become part of a purpose-driven organisation that genuinely values its people. In addition to ongoing training and support, you'll enjoy:

$37.91 per hour + Superannuation + Access to Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging

Reimbursement for kilometres driven ($1.14 per KM) and travel time between clients

5 weeks annual leave as standard + annual leave loading

Private health insurance discounts

Uniform and laundry allowance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

A supportive team environment where your contribution is recognised and valued

Role Requirements

Applicants with availability to work in the afternoon (14:30pm-22:30pm) and overnight (22:30pm-06:30am) will be held in high regard

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing / Disability) or equivalent qualification

Current National Police Check (valid within the past 3 years)

Current First Aid and CPR Certificates

Current Influenza vaccination and at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccination

Demonstrated experience assisting with personal care and medication support

Good computer literacy and confidence using mobile devices for care documentation

Physical capacity to undertake the demands of residential aged care, including mobility assistance and manual handling tasks

We're hiring people who care. At Ozcare, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We value the dedication, compassion and professionalism of our team members and are committed to creating an environment where they can thrive while making a meaningful difference every day.

Welcoming All

Ozcare is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, identities and experiences. We recognise the strength that diversity brings to our organisation and strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples.