Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation (YYMS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health service that provides holistic primary health care to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Halls Creek and surrounding communities. As part of YYMS, Menkawum Ngurra focuses on our vision to deliver culturally-appropriate aged care services to elderly people in Halls Creek and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to promoting dignity, choice, and independence for our residents, including those with complex care needs.
Position Summary: The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) is primarily responsible for providing high-quality, personal, day-to-day care for consumers of Menkawum Ngurra working closely with the Enrolled and Registered Nurses, as well as the Clinical Care Manager. The PCA staff provide safe and efficient personal care services to those accessing the service.
The position has a key role in customer service and communication, as well as working effectively and positively within the Menkawum Ngurra team. The incumbent will contribute to a professional and compatible work environment by providing a helpful, efficient, and courteous service to residents, family members, staff and volunteers that reflects the positive corporate image of Menkawum Ngurra.
All care is delivered based on our vision is to deliver culturally appropriate aged care services to elderly people in Halls Creek and surrounds by providing support services which promote dignity, choice, and independence, even for those with complex care needs, so they can live well, within their community or within ours.
To ensure service provision responds to the needs of its consumers and staff and operates as an effective, efficient, and accountable entity who maintains the standards of care as outlined in the National Aged Care Quality Standards.Keep updated on current information regarding independence and work with your supervisor to maintain access to training and education.Duty Statement and Key Responsibilities: Demonstrate a commitment to best practice in aged care.Supporting and implementing the philosophy, objectives, and policies of the nursing home.Provision of quality care as per the consumer care plan.Maintaining an optimal level of dignity, comfort, and quality of life for residents living in the home.Have a working knowledge of Standards and Expected Outcomes as they relate to the provision of activities.Observing safe work practices, reporting hazards to the health and welfare of residents or staff to the Operations Manager or Registered Nurse on duty.Clear documentation of care provisions and outcomes.Recognise changes in a consumer's health status and reports appropriately to Team Leader.Adhere to all relevant workplace safety laws and regulations.Ensure the workplace is a safe one for self and colleagues.Comply with legislation, regulations and codes in the workplace relating to the role including, Workplace Health & Safety Responsibilities.Supervise and assist consumers with Personal Care and Activities of Daily Living in a holistic manner.Collaborate with others but work with minimum supervision on routine tasks.Work as a team member assisting fellow colleagues.Communicate effectively with consumers, relatives, and all members of the health care team.Demonstrate tolerance, patience and empathy with aged people and their needs.Demonstrate an appreciation of different backgrounds and beliefs.Participate in relevant in-service and external education programs, as required and/or requested.Work within the level of personal abilities, seeking assistance where and when necessary.Participating in quality assurance activities.Participating in committees as required.Required: Current National Police Clearance.Rights to Work.Certificate III in Aged Care or higher or equivalent.Undergoing a traineeship in Certificate III in Aged Care.At least 3 years working as an unqualified PCA/ECA in a closely related field.Basic Computer Skills.Apply Today: If you are passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care and improving the quality of life for our residents, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of elderly people in our community.
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