Vacancy title:
Personal Care Assistant

[Type: PART_TIME, Industry: Healthcare, Category: Healthcare, Personal Care & Services]

Jobs at:
Opal HealthCare

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, April 26 2026

Duty Station:
Croydon Grove Care Community | Melbourne VIC

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, April 17 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do.

Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 145 Care Communities and over 20,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We’re seeking caring and committed Personal Care Workers to join our team at Croydon Grove Care Community.

What’s on offer:

? Location: Croydon Grove Care Community, Croydon

? Employment Type: Permanent full-time, part-time, or casual roles available

? Roster: Flexible shifts across a 7-day rotating roster

? Hourly rate: $31.82 - $34.88 (based on experience & qualifications)

➕ Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

✅ Work-life balance with flexible shifts and rosters

✅ Career development through our Opal HealthCare Academy

• Cert IV Med Comp Training
• Emerging & Senior Leadership Pathways
• Online learning via: academy.opalhealthcare.com.au

✅ Study support – Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education

✅ Leave loading – Cash out or use when needed

✅ Public holidays – Choose extra pay or time off in lieu

✅ Paid parental leave

✅ $5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard

✅ National career progression opportunities

✅ Sector-leading systems & innovation

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applications from individuals with the following:

• Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care
• Certificate III in Disability
• Nursing students currently studying

If you’re compassionate, reliable, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you.

Make a Meaningful Move

Join a team that truly values your skills, supports your growth, and puts care first.

Apply now to take the next step in your aged care career with Opal HealthCare.

Please note: All applicants must complete a pre-employment medical, police check, and obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: professional certificate

Job application procedure

Apply now to take the next step in your aged care career with Opal HealthCare. https://www.opalhealthcare.com.au/

Please note: All applicants must complete a pre-employment medical, police check, and obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

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