PCW / Lifestyle (Social Support)
- Provide personal care support to residents
- Assist with social and recreational programs
- Enhance the wellbeing and quality of life for older Australians
Personal Care Worker / Lifestyle (Social Support)
Aeralife Northpoint | Epping, VIC
Create meaningful moments. Build genuine connections. Make everyday matter.
Are you a compassionate, energetic and people-focused professional who enjoys helping older Australians stay connected, engaged and fulfilled? At Aeralife Northpoint, we're looking for a dedicated PCW / Lifestyle (Social Support) team member to join our team and help create enriching experiences for our residents.
This is a Full Time position only, working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. This position is ideally suited to an experienced aged care professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional personal care while supporting meaningful lifestyle and social engagement programs for older Australians.
Why Join Aeralife Northpoint?
- Full Time, Monday to Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm) - Enjoy consistent weekday hours with no weekend roster requirements
- Competitive Pay Rates and Penalty Rates Applicable
- Premium Residential Aged Care Community
- Supportive and Collaborative Lifestyle and Care Team
- Career Development and Training Opportunities
- Make a Genuine Difference in Residents' Lives Every Day
- Work in a Role Focused on Connection, Creativity and Wellbeing
Essential Qualification Requirement
To be considered, applicants must hold both:
- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support, Ageing Support, Leisure and Lifestyle (or equivalent qualification).
These qualifications are mandatory requirements for this role. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.
The Opportunity
As a PCW / Lifestyle (Social Support), you will play an important role in enhancing the wellbeing, independence and quality of life of our residents. Working closely with the Lifestyle Coordinator and broader care team, you will provide personal care support while assisting with the delivery of engaging social, recreational, cultural and wellbeing programs tailored to individual interests, abilities and preferences.
Every day is different. Whether you're assisting residents with their daily care needs, facilitating group activities, supporting community engagement, encouraging meaningful participation, or simply providing companionship, you'll help create a vibrant and inclusive community where residents feel valued, connected and supported.
What We Offer
As part of the Aeralife team, you'll have access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth:
- Grow Your Own Staff Referral Program – earn rewards for referring quality candidates to join our team
- A positive, inclusive and highly supportive workplace culture built on our values of Passion, Innovation, Empathy and Respect
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential wellbeing and counselling support for you and your immediate family
- Salary packaging benefits to help maximise your take-home pay
- Novated leasing and vehicle financing options
- Discounted private health insurance
- Exclusive employee discounts and lifestyle benefits including travel, holidays, technology, electronics, home appliances and home essentials through our Aeralife Benefit Partners Program
- Employee Reward and Recognition Programs that celebrate individual and team achievements
About Aeralife Northpoint
At Aeralife Northpoint, you'll work in a state-of-the-art facility with grand spaces and modern, luxe living. Natural light floods the expansive living areas, and wide verandas offer residents and employees fresh air and stunning views of the surrounding wetlands and Edgars Creek Trail. Join our team and be part of an exceptional environment that combines elegance with a commitment to outstanding care and employee satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
- Deliver personalised personal care and support services aligned with resident choices, needs and preferences
- Assist residents with activities of daily living while maintaining dignity, independence and choice
- Plan, facilitate and support social, recreational and cultural activities that promote resident wellbeing
- Foster resident engagement and participation in lifestyle programs and events
- Build positive relationships with residents and encourage feedback regarding lifestyle activities
- Partner with residents and colleagues to continuously develop and improve social and recreational programs
- Support residents living with dementia and behaviours of concern in a respectful and person-centred manner
- Work collaboratively with the Lifestyle Coordinator, care staff and broader multidisciplinary team
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive and engaging community environment
About You
You are a compassionate and motivated aged care professional who has experience delivering both high-quality personal care and meaningful lifestyle programs. You are passionate about enhancing the lives of older people and understand the importance of supporting residents' physical, emotional and social wellbeing through both care and engagement.
To Be Successful, You Will Have:
- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent AND a minimum Certificate III in Individual Support, Ageing Support, Leisure and Lifestyle (or equivalent qualification).
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a Residential Aged Care Facility
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Food Handling Certificate
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy skills
- A genuine commitment to person-centred care and resident wellbeing
- Experience supporting residents living with dementia (preferred)
- Full Australian working rights
About Aeralife
Aeralife is a proudly Australian-owned aged care provider with over 20 years of experience delivering exceptional residential aged care services. Across our communities in Victoria and New South Wales, we are committed to creating environments where residents feel safe, respected and connected.
Guided by our values of Passion, Innovation, Empathy and Respect, we are dedicated to delivering care that enriches lives while fostering rewarding careers for our people.
Apply Now
If you're ready to join a team that values compassion, connection and community, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter via the Apply Now link.
Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of work rights and a current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
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