Victoria State GovernmentPenola War Memorial Hospital MPS, 5277 - PENOLASimilar Jobs
Closing: 14-Sep-2025
Job Summary
Dates
Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 14-Sep-2025
Location
Penola War Memorial Hospital MPS, 5277 - PENOLA
Salary
$29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading
Responsibilities
Assisting residents with bathing, showering, personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, toileting, and continence management.
Helping with feeding, maintaining mobility through transferring and lifting (including using mechanical aids), and supporting daily activities.
Performing bed making, cleaning equipment, aids, and utensils, and distributing clean laundry and personal attire.
Providing input into resident assessments, recording general observations, identifying diversional therapy needs, and completing routine documentation as per established policies.
Requirements
Completed AQF Certificate III relevant to the position.
Previous experience in direct care services, particularly with aged, frail, or disabled individuals.
Strong ability to work effectively within a team, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the capability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
Proven ability to meet deadlines, use initiative, and work autonomously with limited direction.
Demonstrated judgment in day-to-day tasks and a commitment to customer service principles.
Proficiency in using computer packages such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Understanding of safe working conditions, commitment to customer service, and knowledge of Risk Management standards, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Occupational Health, Safety, and Welfare legislation.
Benefits
Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community.
Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
Access to education and training opportunities.
Flexible working hours.
Attractive Salary Sacrifice packaging benefits.
Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity.
Notes
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check required.
National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position.
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances).
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture.