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Casual Personal Care Assistant | Cedar Place, Kempsey NSW 2440

About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be one of Regional Australia’s largest not-for-profit aged care providers.

Everything we do is centred around supporting older Australians to live with dignity, choice and independence. Our residents are at the heart of every decision we make, and we are committed to creating warm, welcoming homes where people feel valued, respected and connected.

When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive and collaborative team that is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of older people every day.

Why Choose Cedar Place?

Located in the beautiful Mid North Coast town of Kempsey, NSW 2440, Cedar Place offers a welcoming and supportive residential aged care environment where residents and staff feel like family. With a close-knit team, strong leadership support, and a genuine community atmosphere, Cedar Place is a fantastic place to build a rewarding career in aged care.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress and purpose
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference every day
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
• Supportive management team and collaborative colleagues
• Salary packaging benefits to help maximise your take-home pay
• Flexible casual shifts to suit your lifestyle

About the Role

We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Casual Personal Care Assistants to join our team at Cedar Place, Kempsey.

As a Personal Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality, person-centred care and supporting residents to maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

No two days are the same! In this role, you will:

• Provide personal care including assistance with showering, dressing and grooming
• Support residents with mobility and safe manual handling
• Assist with meals, hydration and daily living activities
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Observe and report changes in residents’ health and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with nurses and the broader care team
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow individual care plans

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
• Previous experience in aged care or a similar care environment (desirable)
• A genuine passion for supporting older people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, reliable and team-focused approach
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends where required
• Understanding of person-centred care principles
• Current National Police Check and relevant vaccinations (or willingness to obtain)
• Current NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain)

Perks & Benefits

As a not-for-profit organisation, you'll enjoy access to a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, rent, mortgage, groceries and bills
• Additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive leaders and experienced team members
• A friendly, welcoming workplace culture
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with a respected aged care provider

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about caring for older people and want to join a team that genuinely values its employees, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that recruitment activities will commence immediately, and applications may close without notice.

Apply today and become part of the caring team at Cedar Place, Kempsey NSW 2440.