Personal Carer/Support Worker (PCA) – Casual – Melbourne

Nurse Next Door is on the lookout for experienced, self-led Personal Care Assistants / Support Workers to join the passionate care team for aged care and disability clients located in Melbourne CBD and Inner City Suburbs

Must have a positive can-do attitude, be reliable, confident & flexible with start and finish times

• CAR & licence is mandatory & must be appropriate for transporting clients for outings
• Must have an NDIS worker screening check OR willing to obtain one
• Working with Children Check

Job Requirement

Responsibilities

• Provide a premium care experience to our clients that is genuine, compassionate and personalised
• Assist clients with activities of daily living including personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transport and companionship
• Deliver care in accordance with the client’s care plan that has been developed by the Care Designer (Registered Nurse)
• Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly.
• Complete records and documentation accurately and thoroughly

Why We’re Different

Our caregivers are the heart of our business which is why we offer a range of benefits to our staff including:

• Reward & Recognition- We ensure you are recognised for the work you do, which helps us differentiate ourselves in the home care industry.
• Ongoing Training & Support- We always seek to Find a Better Way to provide you with hands-on training & continued access to online learning.
• 24/7 On Call Support- If something happens before, after or during your shift, support is only a phone call, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
• 1:1 Client Care- We pair you with clients that match your interests and personality so you can build real relationships.
• A Career with Purpose- Be part of a team that is focused on Making Lives Better every day for our clients and providing peace of mind for their families.
• Love is in the Details- We will show you how you can help clients keep doing what they love, & maintain a sense of purpose.

Nurse Next Door Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Career development opportunities
• Work with a supportive and dynamic team
• Ongoing training

About the Role

• Working one on one with a client, focusing on their individual needs and happiness
• Facilitate caregiver and client introductions for all new clients
• Flexible & available to travel around inner Melbourne suburbs as required by the business
• Making Lives Better for our client every day, through thoughtful care and support
• Enabling our clients to live a fulfilling life at home at long as possible

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum Cert III in either  Aged care, Community, Individual Support or Disability, or extensive industry experience
• Working With Children Check 
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Completion
• NDIS Workers Screener