Position Available: Personal Care Assistant

Euroa, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC

Nursing - Aged Care (Healthcare & Medical)

Part time

$30 - $35 per hour

Discover why Euroa Health is the place to build your career in aged care. As a thriving regional health service, we blend the benefits of city living with the freedom of country life right here in picturesque Euroa. With over 130 dedicated staff and 100 volunteers, Euroa Health stands as the largest employer in town, uniting professionals across clinical care, administration, catering, and cleaning services.

Euroa is part of the Strathbogie Shire, a vibrant and progressive rural municipality located about two hours from the Melbourne CBD along the Hume Highway. We have diverse and picturesque communities served by townships including Nagambie, Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, Ruffy and Strathbogie. The local area is renowned for its natural beauty, agricultural production, horse studs, wineries, restaurants, local produce, rich history and much more.

Our commitment to excellence is evident in our dual accreditation from the Aged Care Quality Accreditation and the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS). Whether you’re supporting patients in our 22 Acute beds, 85 residential Aged Care beds, or engaging in Community and Allied Health Services, you’ll find pride in delivering gold-standard care.

Why Now is the Time to Join Us

The aged care workforce is being recognized like never before with a landmark 15% salary increase and attractive salary packaging options, thanks to a significant $11.3 billion government investment. This historic decision underscores our dedication to valuing our team’s essential work.

Who We Are

Euroa Health has been a pillar of support in our community through historic moments such as World War II, the Southern Aurora train crash, and the recent challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our legacy includes being one of Victoria’s five Bush Nursing Hospitals, continually evolving with additional services and new facilities like Amaroo, Euroaville, Gilburn House, and the state-of-the-art GraniteHill Aged Care.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a dynamic Personal Care Assistant to join our team, offering flexible full-time, part-time, or casual positions with morning, afternoon, or night shifts. As a PCA, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering patient-centered care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and care.

What You’ll Need

  • Cert III or IV qualifications in Individual Care or related fields
  • Previous PCA experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • A current NDIS Worker’s Check and WWCC are essential
  • Willingness to work a rotating roster.

Employer questions

  • Your application will include the following questions:
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  • Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
  • How many years’ experience do you have as a personal care assistant?
  • Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
  • Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
  • Have you completed a qualification in aged care?
  • Do you have a Certificate III in Individual Support?

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