Care Assistant - Residential Care

Ozcare has full-time permanent opportunities available for Care Assistants supporting our clients at our beautiful Port Douglas Aged Care Facility. Your RoleAs a Care Assistant you'll be looking after the most important people in our organisation - our clients. Your tasks will include:Providing the very best care and support to clients in line with their personalised care plansAssisting clients to develop skills to encourage their independenceAttending to clients' personal care needs, including showering, dressing and other daily activitiesAssisting clients with their medication requirementsWorking as part of the care team, using a holistic approach, to look at every aspect of our clients' careYour AttributesWe're looking for a person who has what it takes to support our aged care team to deliver exceptional services to our clients. You have:A warm and caring natureThe willingness to go the extra mileA positive attitude towards health and wellbeingThe flexibility to work a varied rosterHow You'll BenefitYou'll become part of the Ozcare family, and in addition to the training and support that you would expect, you will also receive:Optional salary packaging, meal entertainment cards, and novated leasesPrivate health insurance discountsUniform and laundry allowanceEmployee Assistance Program5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) + leave loadingRole RequirementsBe vaccinated against Influenza & at least 1 dose of Covid-19 vaccineNational Police Screening Check (valid within last 3-years)Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care or Home & Community CareCurrent First Aid & CPR CertificatesGood computer and mobile device skillsWe're hiring smiles. Our staff are our greatest asset and we acknowledge and thank them for their ongoing hard work, dedication and commitment to helping our clients live their best lives.Welcoming AllWe welcome everyone to become part of the Ozcare family regardless of belief, ethnic or social background, health and gender. Ozcare is the organisation it is today because of each person who is a part of it. This spirit of togetherness is reflected in our mission and values, and our commitment to reconciliation. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.