Aged care assistant
Cohuna Retirement Village

The Village Cohuna, is a 45 bed aging in place facility, run by a local Board of Management. The Facility has been operating in Cohuna for over 40 years providing high quality care to its local residents.
The Village features couples rooms, non-dedicated respite, palliative care, secure garden and secure dementia beds.

Skills You Might Learn

Working in a team and independently
Working with people of all different abilities and backgrounds
Communication
Understanding of how aged care assistance works

Typical Tasks & Duties

Student task may include but are not limited to;
Observe day programs and activities
Assist with personal grooming
Assisting supervisors to deliver morning and afternoon teas (supervision needed for special dietary requirement)
Read to residents e.g. daily newspaper articles – books,
Playing board games with residents
Deliver mail to residents

Student Requirements

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Motivated and organised
Willingness to learn
Responsible, supportive and caring attitude
Good people skills
Accommodating to different personalities and abilities

Dress Requirements

Uniform supplied. Wear appropriate, comfortable close toed shoes.

Special Transport Requirements

Public transport available