Your role at St John of God Healthcare at Home We are seeking Personal Care Assistants to join our growing HAH services in Perth on a casual basis. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, Personal Care Workers provide personal care requirements to clients in their place of residence in the community and is responsible to the Registered Nurse for standards of practice in relation to the provision of care including all infection control issues. The Position Provide a range of personal care tasks based on assessed needs as determined by the care plan, which enables the recipients to maintain their desired standards of personal care and hygiene. Encourage and promote recipients’ independence and coping mechanisms. Assist with medications as per scope of practice. Applying medical aids. Documentation completed and recorded in patient file after each visit. Provide feedback to the Registered Nurse if any changes are observed in the client’s mental or physical health, or environment. Seek clarification of delegated roles from the Registered Nurse as required. Seek guidance from the Registered Nurse whenever unsure of requirements. Successful applicants will hold a Certificate 3 in Home and Community Care, Aged Care, Disability or Individual Support, current First Aid & CPR certificate and WA Driver's license . Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values. We can offer you Hourly rate: $39.25 to $41.11 (Incl. casual loading) plus 12% Superannuation Casual positions available As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance For all enquiries contact Susan Sinclair, Nurse Manager on 0457533141. If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes and advertisement may close prior to listed date. At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community. All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.
