Churches of Christ, Arcadia Aged Care Service, Essendon, Victoria

Permanent, Part-time Opportunity

The Salary range is currently $32.14 to $34.75 per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.

Arcadia Aged Care offers a rewarding workplace in the leafy suburb of Essendon, just 9 km from Melbourne’s CBD—enjoy a supportive team environment with easy access to parklands, cafes, and local amenities that enhance your work-life balance.

Arcadia Aged Care | Churches of Christ

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus, many more;

What You'll Do

You'll provide vital support to residents by meeting their individual needs with dignity and compassion, ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, meals, and personal care.
• Contribute to care plan updates and ensure accurate documentation to support ongoing resident care.
• Maintain a safe, secure, dignified, and comfortable environment for all residents.
• Undertake and complete tasks as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Perform position responsibilities in accordance with the Positive Wellbeing Model of Care.

About You

You are a compassionate, patient, and dedicated professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment and is committed to person-centred care. Your strong communication skills allow you to connect with residents, families, and colleagues, ensuring the highest standard of support and service.

Your experience and qualifications for the role will consist of:

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in aged care or a similar setting is highly desirable.
• Completion of HLTHPS006 - Assist Clients with Medication is desirable.
• Certificate IV in Ageing Support and a current First Aid and CPR certificate are advantageous.

Other Requirements:

• A current National Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check - or willingness to obtain if required.

About Us

We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Apply now! Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. "Click the Apply Button". For further inquiries contact Andrea Roos on 03 8378 3300.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications close Tuesday 3rd June 2025.