Job Description

Position Summary:

The Personal Care Attendant (PCA) plays a crucial role in providing compassionate and culturally sensitive care to residents of Kalano Flexible Aged care – a low level age care facility. The PCA will assist residents with their daily living activities, provide emotional support, and ensure their safety and well-being. This position requires a commitment to enhancing the independence and quality of life for elderly individuals and will at times require supporting and backfilling the Commonwealth Home Support Program team who provide similar support in the home environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Personal Care:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance, while preserving their dignity and respecting cultural preferences.
• Assist residents with exercises, walking, and physical activities as per their individual capabilities and preferences. Implement mobility aids safely.
• Organize or participate in culturally relevant activities, events, and ceremonies that celebrate the heritage and traditions of First Nations People. Facilitate interactions that promote a sense of community among residents.
• Provide medication support by assisting clients to take their medications from Webster packs according to the prescribed schedules documented on their individual medication charts. Ensure that proper protocols are followed for medication management.
• Assist residents during mealtimes. Encourage social interactions during meals.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided, incidents, changes in condition, and other relevant information as required by the facility’s policies and regulations.

Resident Support:

• Interact with residents in a respectful, friendly, and culturally sensitive manner. Report client feedback, both positive and negative. Report all complaints to the Age Care Manager.
• Monitor and evaluate service and standard of meals ensuring improvements based on resident feedback is considered.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with other staff members including nurses, allied health, and medical professionals, to ensure holistic care and proper communication.
• Participate in staff and resident meetings and activities as directed.
• Willingness to back fill or assist the CHSP team with client support

Continuous Learning:

• Stay updated on best practices in aged care, cultural competence, and relevant regulations. Attend training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.

Working conditions:

• This position may involve shift work, including weekends and holidays. Physical demands include assisting residents with mobility, lifting, and providing personal care. The work environment may vary between the Age Care Centre and the community.

The Successful applicant should possess the following:

Qualifications/Certifications/Licences:

• Certificate 3 or 4 in Aged Care, Individual Support or equivalent
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Valid NT Drivers Licence
• Valid Ochre Card
• National Police Check (no more than 2 months old)

Vaccinations:

• Covid 19 Vaccinated
• Influenza vaccinated (annually)

Other:

• Physical capability to perform cleaning tasks, including bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Sensitivity to the needs and preferences of the elderly and a compassionate attitude.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Competent literacy, computer skills & IT skills
• Ability to take initiative and make sound decisions.
• Adherence to Kalano’s Policies and Procedures
• Adherence and understanding of WHS requirements and legislation.

Renumeration & Benefits

Employment Type: Casual

Kalano EBA Classification: SCS2 -SCS3

Salary Range: $28.5428 - $35.0980 per hour (Plus Casual loading & other applicable allowances)

Location: Kalano Flexible Age Care Centre - Lot 508 Mckeddie Road, Katherine, NT

Hours of work: Shftworker

All applications are to include an up-to-date Resume and a Cover Letter addressing your suitability for the role and apply via our Kalano’s Careers page before the closing date to be accepted.

Position Descriptions can be obtained from Human Resources.

Phone 0498 866 941 | Email hr@kalano.org.au

**Please note that positions advertised as “Casual Ongoing” remain open on a continuous basis.

As staffing needs arise, applications are reviewed from the existing candidate pool, and shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.**