At Estia Health, we’re more than just a workplace: we’re a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you’re passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to hear from you.
Everyday, over 12,000 employees choose to make a difference at Estia Health, sharing a joint purpose to enrich and celebrate the lives of our residents. With 87 homes (and growing), across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, you will play a part in positively impacting the lives of our residents and their families.
Join us in playing a special role in the future of aged care.
Estia Health Yarra Valley is an elegant home with stunning mountain views, sitting on a quiet residential street in easy walking distance of Yarra Junction Shopping Centre, services and cafes. The home has strong links to the local community and a warm, friendly team, many of whom have been at the home a number of years. Estia Health Yarra Valley is around 45 mts drive from Ringwood and 30 mts drive from Lilydale.
About the role
Estia Health Yarra Valley is seeking Personal Care Attendant - Nutrition and Food Services Assistant (FSA) to join our team for Permanent Part Time Shifts (Morning and Afternoon Shifts).
Personal Care Attendant - Nutrition Shifts: 4 pm - 7.30 pm Food Services Assistant (FSA) Shifts: 6 am - 2 pm and 3 pm - 7.30 pm
Personal Care Attendant - Nutrition Role:
The way that we provide nutrition and hydration in our homes is evolving to align with our Resident Person-Centred Care Framework. We are moving to a more traditional restaurant model that has ‘front of house’ and ‘back of house’ team members.
In this role, you will help residents with their meals and drinks, following Estia Health’s personalised meal service guidelines.
You will also:
Lend a hand with daily life – making sure our residents feel heard, are comfortable and well-fed.
Work with our team to assist those residents who require additional support and care
Help our residents to enjoy meaningful and engaging activities
Be a supportive friend to our residents.
Make sure every resident’s privacy and dignity is respected.
You’ll be a true team player and great communicator, with a real desire to make a difference in people’s lives and you will have a Cert lll or IV in Aged Care.
Food Services Assistant (FSA) Role:
You’ll wake up each morning wanting to see people enjoy food as much as you do.
Here’s what a typical day involves:
Prepping food and drink.
Cleaning (including dishes) – you bring a sparkle to the place in more ways than one.
Changing up the menu. You’ll work with our team and residents to create exciting meals that cater to every individual.
Keeping records as part of our Food Safety Program.
Being active and on your feet for most of your shift.
You’ll be a real team player who has:
A real desire to make a difference in people’s lives
Experience in kitchen work (aged care is a bonus)
Great time management and planning skills
Completed the Basic Food Handling Course
Benefits available:
Discounted gym memberships at Goodlife and Fitness First
Retail savings with the Blue Light Card
Discounted car hire
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Free Wellbeing App to support your mental and physical health
Novated leasing for vehicles
Workplace banking support
ACN membership discounts for nurses
Discounted health insurance with nib health
Discounted JB HiFi
About Estia Health
As one of the largest and fastest growing aged care providers in Australia, we need exceptional people to join us on our journey of providing high quality person centred aged care and services. If this is you, Apply Now!
Estia Health is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. If you need assistance to participate in our application process, please let us know.
Please be advised that we do not accept emailed applications for this position. To apply, simply click the 'Apply' button and follow the instructions provided.
Note: It is a condition of employment that you will be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. You will need to have one (1) dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. All shortlisted applicants will need to pass required background checks. If you are interested in a role please ensure you apply online as we do not accept emailed resumes.
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