• Personal Care Worker - Respite
• Located at Hurlingham Respite Centre in Frankston
• Casual with potential to change to part time

What you do matters 

Are you looking for a job that truly makes a difference in the lives of others? Join Benetas and be a part of our mission to help older Victorians live their best lives.

We’re looking for an experienced carer to join our Respite team and contribute to the care services we provide our clients. You will be responsible for the provision of Aged Care services to meet the social, physical, spiritual, cultural, and emotional needs of our clients. 

Some of the ways you’ll make a difference:

• Have availability to work Sunday and Monday night shifts (10:30PM to 8:30AM)
• Respect independence and provide care in accordance with each client's individual care plan.
• Provide a safe and social environment for our clients
• Understanding the importance of documentation and monitoring clients for any changes

To help you achieve this, ideally, you’ll have:

• A sound understanding of the standards, competencies, and codes of practice
• Built strong relationships with clients by taking the time to get to know them
• Maintained a high skills and knowledge base

Why work with us? 

• Hourly rate starting from $41.35 (inclusive of casual loading)
• Flexibility to workdays or nights in center, and fill in for the social support out-and-about groups
• Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,300 per year - offering you more take-home pay with less tax!
• A work environment that feels like a hug - Respite is a home away from home and is a warm and comforting
• Supportive team that thrives on learning and working with each other
• Paid training hours to build your skills
• Proudly being part of a business that values Respect, Responsibility, Community, and Spirit
• A proven history of internal career progression and opportunities for you to move within Benetas so your story with us continues

Interested in applying:

We are proud to provide an inclusive workplace - with a diverse workforce that reflects the client base. We respect and value differences and encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.

Please note we may consider applications on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

The successful candidate will need to undertake a police check and provide proof of annual flu immunisation.

What do we do? We care – in a big way!

We make a difference - We have been caring for older Victorians for over 70 years, providing a safe and supportive services that cater for all such as residential aged care, retirement living, respite, primary care and in-home services – all across Victoria.

By working with our values in mind – Respect, Responsibility, Community, and Spirit, we are able to care for and celebrate every client and resident for being the incredible individual that they are. Not only do we celebrate our residents, but we celebrate each other.

Have meaningful career with Benetas where the work that you do will really matter. Should you apply? It is a yes from us!