Personal Care and Activities Assistant

About Juniper

At Juniper, Best Care and Services is at the heart of everything we do. It’s about putting people first, recognising individuality, supporting safety and wellbeing, building meaningful connections and delivering care that makes a difference for our customers.

As one of Western Australia’s largest local aged care providers, we provide care, accommodation and support services to older Western Australians across the state. Whatever your role, you’ll contribute to bringing Best Care and Services to life, helping ensure our customers receive care and support that truly matters.

About The Role

Juniper

Hillcrest

located in

Geraldton

is seeking a

Personal Care and Activities Assistant (PCAA)

to join our supportive residential aged care team and help deliver meaningful, person-centered care to our residents.

In this role, you will support residents with their daily living needs, social engagement, and overall wellbeing, combining personal care with meaningful activities that enhance quality of life. You will help create a welcoming and supportive environment where residents feel valued, respected, and able to live with dignity and purpose.

This role is ideal for someone with empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for aged care, who enjoys building relationships and making a positive difference in people’s lives every day.

This is a permanent part-time role, working 20.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility, and meal assistance

Support residents to participate in social, recreational, and wellness activities

Facilitate engaging group and one-on-one activities tailored to customer interests and abilities

Assist with transport and mobility to and from activities (if required)

Monitor and report any changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour to clinical staff

Maintain accurate documentation and care/activity records

Promote dignity, independence, and respect in all interactions

Work collaboratively with the care team, families, and allied health professionals

Key Requirements

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home & Community) or equivalent qualification

Current First Aid & CPR certificate

Manual handling and infection control trainingStrong interpersonal and communication skills, including with people living with dementia

Experience providing personal care in aged care, disability, or community settings

Ability to plan, deliver, and adapt activities to support physical, social, and emotional wellbeing

Compassion, patience, and cultural sensitivity

What's On Offer

Attractive remuneration from $34.41 up to $35.49per hour, plus 12% superannuation

Salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free

Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider

All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement

Health Insurance discounts

We encourage people of all ages and cultures to apply.