Personal Care Worker Careers
Are you searching for a rewarding pathway where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful difference?
At Kalyra, our Personal Care Workers ensure the best possible quality of life for our aged care residents. By assisting residents with the activities of daily living, they create a safe, enjoyable and home-like environment where residents’ comfort, independence and dignity are assured.
When you join one of Kalyra’s three residential aged care teams, you’ll be welcomed into a community of good-hearted, values-driven people who support you through every challenge and win.
With plenty of variety, flexibility to fit your lifestyle and opportunities to upskill and grow, you can create the life you want and a career you’ll always be proud of.
What does a Personal Care Worker do?
Our Personal Care Workers are dedicated to helping our residents enjoy safe, happy, enriched lives. They assist with daily routines, encouraging residents to maintain as much independence as possible. They also provide vital social and emotional support to enhance residents’ wellbeing and nurture a strong sense of belonging.
A typical day can include:
- Personal care, such as showering, grooming and dressing
- Assistance with meal times, housekeeping and laundry
- Help with social activities and special days
- Sharing a cuppa, lots of chats and plenty of fun activities
At every step, you will have the support of our kind and compassionate team, where you’ll always find a listening ear and a helping hand when you need it.
Our Residential Aged Care locations
| Belair | McLaren Vale | Woodcroft |
| 2 Kalyra Road Belair | 19 Aldersey Street McLaren Vale | 54 Woodcroft Drive Morphett Vale |
| Tel: (08) 8278 0300 | Tel: (08) 8408 4760 | Tel: (08) 8408 4730 |
Why become a Personal Care Worker at Kalyra?
Working in aged care is a rewarding career that will always be needed. Yet, it’s different at Kalyra. More than a job, we’re a community, a family and a choice to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
We will be by your side through all the challenges and wins and support you to be the best you can be.
As a forward-thinking, future-focused organisation that continually seeks to improve and innovate for our customers and our people, there will always be opportunities for you to learn, grow and develop your career in the way you choose.
Our Values
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Community
A community where each individual is recognised -
Enabling
Making it happen
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Caring
Daily acts of kindness -
Building on Strengths
Everyone gives value -
Commitment
Here for the right reasons
Where could a career at Kalyra take you?
Many of our people choose to be a Personal Care Worker for many years because of the variety, flexibility and positive impact they get to make. Yet at Kalyra, there are always opportunities to upskill, try new roles and expand your career with us.
Here are some of the other roles you could explore at Kalyra:
- Community Coordinator
- Community Registered Nurse
- Home Support Worker
- Hospitality Assistant
- Registered Nurse – Night Duty
- Residential Care Manager
Benefits that make a difference
What makes a Kalyra Personal Care Worker?
Our Personal Care Workers create meaningful moments each day through their compassion, empathy and resilience. They deeply respect and seeks to enhance the wellbeing and dignity of older people, respecting their individual preferences, values and beliefs.
If this sounds like you, here is what else you will need:
- A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent
- A National Police Check
- 3 x COVID-19 vaccinations and annual influenza vaccination
- Current First Aid and CPR accreditation
Don’t have all the above? Don’t worry. What matters most is that you share our values of caring, commitment, strengths, community and enabling.
How to Apply
Head to our current opportunities page to view our vacancies. Once you have found a position that interests you, simply click the “Apply Now” button and fill in your contact details.
We encourage you to upload your current resume and a cover letter so we can learn more about you.
After the application closing date, we will review your application. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to prepare an application, so we aim to respond to all candidates, regardless of the outcome.