Personal Care Worker

At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Personal Care Worker to join our dedicated team Residential Care team.

Location: Clifton Hill

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $67,159.04 annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

The Personal Care Worker provides professional, person-centered care and support to the Residential Care residents, in accordance with their individual care plans, policies and Page 2 of 4 procedures. Additionally, this position works with the clinical care team to foster maximum resident independence and autonomy. 

Key duties

• In consultation with the clinical team, provide care and daily living services to residents that helps them achieve maximum independence and meets the residents personal, emotional, psychological, cultural and spiritual needs 
• Support residents in their daily living requirements, including nutrition, mobility, personal hygiene, social interaction, lifestyle activities and other support as documented within their care plan 
• Dispense medication as directed by the Clinical Care team, as appropriately credentialed and assessed 
• Undertake timely and accurate charting, exception reporting and other documentation as required 
• Establish and maintain trusting and professional relationships with residents, ensuring all interactions with residents are respectful, and supportive of their privacy, dignity, individual choice and decision making 
• Support and participate as required in a range of group services and activities, including assisting with meal service and encouraging residents’ participation in activities and with feedback mechanisms

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Minimum qualification of Certificate Level III in Individual Support (Aged Care) or equivalent
• Specific work requirements include weekend work, evening shifts and public holidays 
• Proof of eligibility to work in Australia is required 
• A satisfactory Police Check is required - BSL will support successful candidates in this process. 
• A Working with Children Check is required - BSL will support successful candidates in this process. 
• An NDIS Worker Screening check is required – BSL will support successful candidates in this process. 
• A Statutory Declaration to confirm past criminal history is required as per the Aged Care Act - BSL will support successful candidates in this process 
• Aged Care Banning Orders Register checks shall be undertaken

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

Please review the Position Description

 PD_Residential Care_Personal Care Worker - 2025 (3) (1).pdf

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact farisha.dean@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: 8th of September 2025 at 17:00

An up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination and annual influenza vaccination are required for this position (for roles in Residential Aged Care – delete if not relevant).

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.

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