Opal Healthcare

Assistant in Nursing

Opal Healthcare  •  Tweed Heads, AU (Onsite)  •  6 hours ago
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Job Description

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do."

Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that C.A.R.E is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading private aged care providers, with over 150 Care Communities, caring for more than 14,000 residents and supporting over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role

We're looking for caring and dedicated Assistant in Nursing / Personal Care Workers to join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Working as part of a supportive care team, you'll provide person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, wellbeing, and quality of life.

About Tweed River Care Community

Tweed River Care Community is conveniently located in the centre of Tweed Heads. Our Care Community is within minutes of Tweed Mall Shopping Centre, Tweed Heads Bowls Club and the beautiful beaches of the region. Our residents enjoy socialising outdoors in our tropical gardens and courtyards, or in our cosy indoor lounges. Our cafe is a lovely inviting spot to catch up with visiting family and friends.

What You'll Do

  • Provide personal care and support with daily living activities
  • Assist residents to maintain independence, dignity and wellbeing
  • Build meaningful relationships with residents, families and team members
  • Observe, report and respond to changes in residents' wellbeing
  • Support a safe, clean and comfortable living environment
  • Work collaboratively with nurses and the wider care team to deliver exceptional care
  • Contribute to a positive team culture and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits & Rewards

  • Permanent opportunities available on night shift
  • Competitive hourly rates plus penalty rates and 12% superannuation
  • Paid parental leave and flexible public holiday options
  • Ongoing learning and development through the Opal HealthCare Academy
  • Scholarships of up to $15,000 for further study
  • State and national career progression opportunities
  • Team Member discounts, wellbeing programs and recognition initiatives
  • Up to $5,000 referral bonus for eligible referrals
  • Industry-leading systems, technology and innovation

What You'll Bring

  • Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent qualification
  • A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care
  • Compassion, empathy and a genuine desire to support older people
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Willingness to complete:

Make a Meaningful Move

Join a team that truly values your contribution, supports your growth, and puts care first.

Apply now to take the next step in your aged care career with Opal HealthCare.

Opal Healthcare

About Opal Healthcare

Opal HealthCare has 149 Care Communities across Australia, offering residential aged care with services for respite, dementia care, palliative care, and rehabilitation. We have 24/7 nurse care and the hospitality of home-cooked meals in every one of our Care Communities.

We understand that thinking about or deciding on aged care is never easy. It can trigger all kinds of emotions, like fear, anxiety, guilt, loss or even relief.

For us, aged care is about empathy and understanding and delivering the best possible quality of life. All provided by some of the most experienced and caring people you’ll ever meet.

We encourage our residents to live a life of meaning and purpose – that’s why understanding the big and the little details about how you like to live each day is important to us – so that we can help you feel at home, have the right support and live your best life in our care.

This is the future of aged care in Australia

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Sydney CBD, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
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