We're Hiring!

Do you have a caring nature and a genuine desire to support older Australians? Do you believe in providing care with kindness, dignity, and respect? We’re looking for a committed Permanent Part-Time Personal Care Assistant to join our friendly team at Lyrebird Village, Drouin, VIC, where you’ll help our residents feel valued, supported, and at home.

About us

Respect Aged Care is Australia’s leading aged care provider and a proud not-for-profit organisation with a legacy dating back to 1922. We are committed to delivering exceptional care and creating communities where older Australians feel a true sense of belonging. Guided by our philosophy that everyone deserves a life lived with dignity and respect, we continue to grow across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and Tasmania. Alongside our residential homes, we provide home care services in multiple states and manage inclusive retirement villages and independent living communities.

About the role

The successful candidate will become a valued member of our supportive care team, providing high-quality personal care, support, and assistance to residents. Working under the direction and guidance of our senior clinical team, you will help ensure each resident receives the respectful care they deserve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care to assist residents to maintain independence and dignity with respect to activities of daily living and lifestyle.
• Assist clients with personal care, grooming, hygiene, and mobility
• Support daily living needs including meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping
• Provide companionship and help clients stay socially and emotionally engaged
• Monitor clients’ wellbeing and promptly report any changes or concerns
• Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment
• Communicate effectively and maintain accurate, confidential care documentation

Requirements

Essential:

• Relevant Certificate III Qualification.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• NDIS check (or ability to acquire).
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in residential aged care.

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

Why you will love working at Respect

• Not for profit, value-based organisation
• Above award hourly rates
• Competitive salary and benefits, including salary packaging options
• Career Pathways, education and training opportunities

Our Values

• Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignity.
• Care – Look after and protect the elderly, and each other.
• Teamwork – Encourage, cooperate, and build trust.
• Courage – Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
• Integrity – Be open, honest, and trustworthy.
• Innovation – Think differently to solve problems.
• Excellence – Drive quality to continuously improve.