Alexandra Gardens kickstarting careers in aged care
PresCare Alexandra Gardens regularly hosts students from local high schools, universities or registered training organisations for their school-based traineeships or clinical placements.
Last year, over 65 students used PresCare Alexandra Gardens as a living classroom, gaining valuable experience working in our community.
Residential Services Manager, Sandra, says “The education and experience opens doors for the students and gives them a head start in a growing industry with lots of opportunities. At the same time, it helps us build a permanent workforce with dedicated staff from the local community.”
“As Alexandra Gardens has a dedicated Memory Support Unit, we’re also able to provide students with the opportunity for more comprehensive education on supporting people living with dementia,” she says.
Two Bluestone Medical students, who recently completed their clinical placements, have subsequently joined the team as personal care workers.
“I enjoyed doing my placement with Prescare at Alexandra Gardens,” says Ava. “I felt well supported and enjoyed the thorough teaching provided. I’m looking forward to continuing here, knowing that I am working with a strong team that ensures the best care for residents.”
Marnee agrees. “My experience was very rewarding. It made me feel very proud to be helping and making a positive difference to the residents’ lives. I have also loved gaining the knowledge that’s needed to help with their care, in a safe and positive way.”
To find out more about our welcoming community, call our friendly admissions team on (02) 4999 3000 or emailing admissionsAG@prescare.org.au.
