Personal Care Worker - Casual - Horsham & Grampians Region
Benetas
Posted 10 days ago
Belong in a people-centred culture
Join our team of 2000+ people making a positive difference to over 15,000 older Victorians through aged care services. As a respected not-for-profit organisation, we’re transforming the experience of ageing through collaboration, new ideas and investment in people and services.
The Role
We are looking for experienced Personal Care Workers to join our Community Health & Care team across Horsham, Stawell, Ararat and surrounding Grampians communities.
- Provide person-centred personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation and social support to clients in their own homes
- Support clients with shopping, transport to appointments and community participation where required
- Work independently while delivering high-quality care and identifying changes in clients' wellbeing
- Build meaningful relationships with older people and help them live safely and independently at home
- Enjoy flexible weekday shifts with paid travel time between clients and kilometre reimbursement
About you
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home & Community or equivalent)
- Previous experience in aged care, disability support or community care, with confidence working independently
- A current Victorian Driver Licence, reliable vehicle and Comprehensive Car Insurance
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
- Excellent communication skills, a compassionate approach and a genuine passion for supporting older people
All persons at Benetas will need to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Clearance to be eligible for employment or engagement. You can find out more information here.
Why Benetas?
- Flexible casual weekday shifts that support work/life balance
- Paid travel time between clients plus kilometre reimbursement for work-related travel
- Not for profit salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum - reduce tax and increase your take home pay
- Career Progression – Internal promotions, cross-departmental mobility, leadership development opportunities, internal training programs + our own Scholarship program
- Recognitions and Awards – celebrate your achievements with peer and Benetas recognition programs
Join us on our fulfilling journey, as we transform the experience of ageing through collaboration, new ideas and genuine care. Across many different and interesting roles, we support our people to build meaningful connections and make a real impact by delivering exceptional, person-centred care. Live your best work/life in an inclusive, people-centred environment, where our values are deeply lived, your safety and well-being are a priority and your contribution is celebrated. Feel uplifted by our supportive and respectful culture, where purposeful work connects us and everything we do.
Interested in developing a career with Benetas, APPLY NOW!
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the ad closes.
We are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
About Benetas
At Benetas, we recognise that our people are passionate and we value the work that they do, day in and day out.
What they do matters and they matter to us. We value their contribution and remind us of the incredible impact they are all making to the lives of Victorians. Join our team where the day to day tasks, small gestures, conversations and interactions, all matter. It matters to our residents, our clients, their families and loves ones, our community, your colleagues and to Benetas.
You’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative culture that is guided by our values of respect, responsibility, community and spirit. You will also be offered development opportunities.