Personal Care Worker
Provide practical care to individuals and families who require physical and emotional support.
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5.0Aug 2019
Reviewer's Qualification
Certificate III in Aged Care Work
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
Medium (20-199 employees)
Specialisation
Personal care/ assistant in nursing
The good things
It’s a very satisfying role, at the end of the shift you may go home exhausted with aching feet but the feeling of helping your residents and knowing you gave them comfort and companionship is makes i...
The challenges
Aching legs and sore feet are my biggest challenges however I am learning what helps minimise the discomfort such as footwear and specific exercise. Some family members expect their loved ones to have...
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4.0Sep 2023
Experience
1 – 4 years
Organisation size
Large (200+ employees)
The good things
As a personal care worker, you play a vital role in supporting and assisting individuals who require help with daily tasks due to age, disability, or other circumstances. Here are some enjoyable and c...
The challenges
Some challenging aspects of being a personal care worker include:
Physical demands. It can be tiring helping clients transfer, bathe, dress, and more. Proper body mechanics and safety precautions are ...
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