Personal Care Worker - Palliative Care Services

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters 

Hummingbird House, Queensland’s only children’s hospice, operates as a medically supported ‘home away from home’ for children affected by a life limiting condition, and their families. The stand-alone purpose-built facility offers 8 guests in care beds, 5 family accommodation suites and a unique ‘end of life’ suite.  

Underpinned by the notion of creating a ‘warm embrace’ for children and their families, the multidisciplinary team provides 24/7hr scheduled and emergency specialist care short break stays; pain and symptom management; care at the end of life; and psychosocial support programs for the whole family.  With strong connections locally, nationally and internationally with specialist paediatric palliative care services, Hummingbird House is an integrated community-based service delivering flexible child and family centred care.

Why Join WMQ’s Hummingbird House Team? 

• Purpose-led practice – Be part of a not-for-profit organisation that puts people, not profits, at the heart of care. 
• Work-life balance – Enjoy flexible hours that work around your life, we promote a culture that values personal time and well-being   

• Free and Secure Car Parking – No more paid parking!! Employees can enjoy complimentary access to secure parking, ensuring the safety of their vehicles while at work.   

• Team Culture – Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team across diverse clinical settings that values your skills and wellbeing.   

• Career Advancement Opportunities – We provide ample career advancement opportunities at WMQ, offering diverse pathways for growth and professional development.  

• Friday Feast and Recharge – Here at Hummingbird house, Every Friday we have our ‘Friday Feast and recharge’ Yummy food and great company!!  

Your Role as a Personal Care Worker 

You’ll deliver person-centred holistic care and support to guests in care and their families by: 

• Delivering holistic care and support to guests and families within the hospice, following relevant care plans and under the supervision of the Clinical team 

• Participating in activities with guests as required and outlined by relevant practitioner 

• Supporting guests with all aspects of daily living, including but not restricted to, personal care, associated light domestic duties and social/community participation 

• Providing guests with a physically and emotionally secure environment and promote their physical, intellectual, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual wellbeing 

• Facilitating access to appropriate family supports 

• Acting promptly should any changes to a guest’s condition be observed, seeking advice from the relevant clinical staff as appropriate 

• Undertaking delegated care tasks for guests and families as directed by the Clinical team 

• Working within the Human Services Quality Framework 

What We’re Looking For 

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or other relevant qualification or experience in supporting people with illness/disability is essential. 

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance held before commencing and Working with Children check (Blue Card) 

• Willingness to work within the philosophy and policies of Hummingbird House 

• The ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and professionalism ensuring that the dignity and rights of guests and families are respected at all times 

• Enthusiasm and highly effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills 

• Proven high level teamwork and collaboration skills to achieve objectives and promote positive working relationships

A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have! 

• Experience working with families within a health setting and a commitment to the provision of family centred care 

Essential Requirements 

• Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy. 

• Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel for work 

Ready to Join Us? 

Be part of something meaningful. Join a team that values you and the difference you make every day.  

Click Apply today!