Personal Care Assistant 

Lyell House, Queenstown Tasmania 

As a Personal care assistant (PCA) at Lyell House on the West Coast, your work will have a tangible impact every day. This role offers the chance to contribute significantly to a close-knit community while enjoying the lifestyle that comes with living in a stunning, remote area. Our isolation fosters a culture of innovation and deep human connection, blending timeless values with a vision for the future. You will be surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, from dramatic coastlines to pristine National Parks. Whether your interests lie in mountain biking, hiking, or delving into the area's rich history, the West Coast has something exceptional to offer. Your Role as PCA will be to encourage and maintain the standard of activities of living for the residents of Lyell House. Your ability to communication and use of interpersonal skills will be essential in building strong working relationships with residents, their families and staff. 

You will support the Registered Nurse (RN) in delivering high quality care and service, ensuring dignity and care are at the forefront of our service. You will be supported by a Clinical nurse consultant (CNC), the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), RN's and other PCA's. 

Lyell House is part of the West Coast District Hospital that houses a variety of different services to support Queenstown and the surrounding communities. This includes Emergency Care, an inpatient ward, and visiting services such as Radiology, Diabetic Clinics, Physiotherapy, and Podiatry. Our community services also include Community Nursing, Home Help/Personal Care, and Home Maintenance. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our community.

Please get in touch with Connor – our Acting Nurse Unit Manager for the West Coast if you’d like to know more about our roles, services, and what we can do for you at admin.wcdh@ths.tas.gov.au or (03) 6495 1550.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The Role:

• Assist in areas of personal grooming and hygiene, as outlined by the individual resident care plan. This includes toileting, shaving, hair washing, teeth and denture care, dressing and undressing requirements, nutrition, hydration, and assisting with meals.
• Supervise and assist with client transfers and mobility.
• Maintain accurate records including assessments, tick sheets, time sheets, leave requests and statistical data.
• Assist clients with prescribed physiotherapy, exercise activity and diversional therapy programs.
• Establish effective relationships with clients, their families/carers, and other health care professionals.
• Assist with environmental care activities by maintaining a safe environment and ensuring consumables are available.
• Accompany clients to medical or allied health appointments as required and assist clients in making appointments as required.

You will need:

• Take due care of property and equipment and maintain a high standard of personal and environmental hygiene at all times. 
• Participate in self-development activities.
• Be aware and respectful of the Charter of Rights and Responsibilities.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointments:

Multiple permanent full time and part time, shift worker (fully rotational) positions, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date. 

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $63,110 to $66,049 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver’s Licence
• Holds, or working towards, Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

• 502374, 511481 Personal Care Assistant HSO4 (July 2023) WWVP CSU.docx

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role 

*only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role 

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Amanda Coulson
Position: Director of Nursing - Health West
Phone number: 03 6495 1550
Email address: amanda.coulson@ths.tas.gov.au

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