The OrganisationThe United Protestant Association of NSW Limited ("UPA") is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have "our people by our side". With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M, UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.Our services include:Residential Aged CareHome Care ServicesRetirement VillagesThe OpportunityWe are looking for 3 x Personal Care Workers to join our team at Bracken House Hostel in our Western Region. You will make a difference to our residents by facilitating positive health and well-being options for individuals, their families, and carers.Duties will include (but not limited to):Provision of a wide range of Person-Centred Care dutiesAssistance with medication (if you are assessed as medication competent) and wound dressingAssistance in daily living activitiesWorking with each resident to continue to do the things they loveWe are also willing to invest in training and offer you all the support you might need in order to succeed in your role.In fulfilling the role, it is essential that you have:A Certificate III in Aged Care or Individual Support (or working towards)The ability to provide a wide range of person-centred care dutiesA desire and willingness to work with each resident to empower them to continue to do the things that they loveCare skills that are driven by compassionExperience in Aged Care desirableCurrent First Aid Certificate desirableExcellent communication skillsTeam player who is highly motivatedAvailability to work various shifts across various daysBenefits and perks:Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)Access to a Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramUp to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointmentsPlatinum Member of the Australian College of NursingSupportive and friendly work environmentWork/life balance and flexible working arrangements availableWorkplace education and support providedOpportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in needPre-employment screening:The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:Vaccinated in accordance with UPA's Immunisation and Vaccination Policy (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)Undertake a National Criminal History CheckPre-Employment Medical AssessmentAppointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.Interested?Simply click on the 'apply now' button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description, please contact the UPA Talent Team at find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to visit our website.We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disabilities. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA's Talent Team at .#J-18808-Ljbffr