Personal Care Assistant

  • Mareeba Gardens Settlement, QLD, Australia, 4880
  • Casual

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of older Australians? At Mareeba Gardens Settlement, we are looking for caring and compassionate Personal Care Assistants to join our team on a casual basis and support our residents with dignity, respect, and kindness.

Why Mareeba?
Mareeba is where the rainforest meets the outback – offering more than 300 sunny days a year, a relaxed country-town lifestyle, and a warm, welcoming community. From coffee plantations and weekend markets to nearby waterfalls and the famous Barron Gorge, Mareeba combines natural beauty with everyday convenience. Just over an hour from Cairns, it is the perfect place to enjoy the Far North Queensland lifestyle.

About the Role
As a PCA at Mareeba Gardens Settlement, you will provide day-to-day personal care and assistance that allows residents to maintain their independence and quality of life. You will work closely with our experienced care team, contributing to a supportive, respectful, and positive environment.

What You Will Do

  • Deliver compassionate personal care and daily living support

  • Assist with meals, hydration, and general care routines

  • Accurately record observations and share updates with the nursing team

  • Contribute to a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment

  • Build meaningful connections with residents and their families

What You Will Bring

  • Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent

  • Current National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)

  • Excellent communication skills and a caring nature

  • Previous aged care experience is highly regarded

Why Join Us?

  • A supportive and values-driven team culture

  • Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits to boost your take-home pay

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

  • A role that offers variety, flexibility, and meaningful impact

If you are ready to bring compassion, teamwork, and positivity to a community-focused aged care home – all while enjoying the sunshine and lifestyle of Mareeba – we would love to hear from you.

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