Personal Care Assistant

Palm Lake Care

Personal Care Assistant providing resident-centered care in Toowoomba at Palm Lake Care. Supporting residents' daily living needs and collaborating with the clinical team.

Posted 7/29/2026part-timeToowoomba • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in personal care, hygiene, and mobility support for elderly residents, while maintaining accurate care documentation and collaborating effectively with clinical and lifestyle teams to enhance resident experiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certificate III In Aged CareNational Police CheckExperience In Australian Aged Care FacilityStrong Communication SkillsTeamwork Skills

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Soft Skills

Caring ApproachRespectful AttitudeEmpathy With Elderly ResidentsPositive AttitudeEnthusiastic Attitude

Certifications & Qualifications

Certificate III In Aged CareNational Police Check

Industry Keywords

Aged CarePersonal CareHygiene SupportMobility SupportCare DocumentationResident ExperienceEmotional SupportSocial Needs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist residents with personal care, hygiene, and mobility
Support residents’ emotional and social needs
Maintain accurate care documentation
Collaborate with the clinical and lifestyle teams to enhance resident experiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support (or equivalent)
A current National Police Check
A caring and respectful approach towards residents
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A positive and enthusiastic attitude
Empathy with elderly residents and their families
Knowledge of Autumn Care would be highly regarded although not essential
Experience working in an Australian Aged Care Facility highly regarded

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Rates - including weekend and overtime penalties
Work-life Balance with a variety of shifts available
Training & Development - Ongoing on-the-job training and online training specifically designed to support you in your role and prepare you for professional growth opportunities
24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Celebrate Milestones with tenure rewards !
Palm Lake Care Perks - We offer a selection of complimentary beverages, treats, fruits and bites for staff to enjoy
Supportive team culture - Be part of a vibrant and inclusive community where your contributions are valued
Career Opportunities - Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care facilities across Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways and opportunities with Palm Lake Group are truly endless.