Careers

When one door closes, another door opens. That’s the positive mindset of Jess Jones, former cleaner at the now closed Calvary Bonbeach and now the friendly face at reception greeting residents, visitors and staff at Calvary George Vowell on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. As a home support officer (HSO), Jess counts

An innovative Calvary program is supporting aged care and other nurses making the switch to acute hospital care, helping them rapidly upskill and transition to their new roles. Around 30 nurses have completed or are undertaking the Entry to Acute Care Program, and several more are likely to begin soon.

Calvary Riverina Hospital is this week welcoming 13 new nurse graduates. The cohort will focus on theory and teamwork, before beginning ward rotations next week. Calvary Riverina Hospital General Manager, Jacki Hilton, said she was thrilled the new nurses had chosen to begin their nursing careers with Calvary. “I spent

When the current six graduates at Calvary Kogarah Hospital finish their placement, they will have new skills and experience, and solid friendships. “They’re all incredibly supportive of one another, enjoying regular catch ups making them fell they’re not alone in this journey,” Leanne Allen, Nurse Educator, Calvary Kogarah Hospital, said.

Everyone at Calvary Flora McDonald residential aged care knows Pattie Tucker. The Client Relationship Officer always has a smile on her face and is known for her friendly hugs. Ask anyone: whether you want a chat or to track down the baklava of your childhood, Pattie always comes to the

Calvary Adelaide’s emergency department (ED) and its patients are set to benefit from the arrival of English nurse practitioner recruit Lomax Ocean. Last year, Calvary held an international recruitment expo in England and while visiting family in Spain Lomax secured a virtual interview. He’s glad he did. “I’ve been here

It isn’t every day when considering a new role you have the chance to visit your potential new workplace, ask questions and walk away with a job interview, but that is what’s on offer at the Calvary nursing recruitment expo in Launceston this week. The expo is on at Calvary

It was the warm weather that drew Sam Varghese, Sony Alexander and their two girls to Australia after deciding on a change. By coincidence Sam and Sony both accepted jobs with Calvary – Sony as a theatre nurse at Calvary North Adelaide Hospital and Sam as the Clinical Care Coordinator

Anzac Day falls on 25 April each year, commemorating the lives of all Australians who have served their country in times of war, including our own Leslie Hughes, a resident at Calvary Rye Sands on the Mornington Peninsula.

Information for patients, aged care residents and visitors.

Over the past three days, 15 Pastoral Care and Mission personnel from Calvary’s hospitals, aged and community care streams have been in Melbourne, attending the annual National Conference of Spiritual Care Australia (SCA). Calvary is a proud supporter of the conference which this year attracted 250 attendees from across Australia

Calvary is committed to continue to play our part in bridging the gender gap for women in the workplace and to look for ways to embrace and value difference in our services. Martin Bowles, Calvary National Chief Executive Officer, is proud that Calvary has achieved annual recognition 2015-2017 as a

Calvary Retirement Communities employee Maxene Vernon (Max) has been recognised for 30 years of service within both Allandale and Calvary sites. Max has worked across many roles in her time at Calvary.

With a sense of unease and discomfort, Calvary noted several media articles over the weekend of 19 and 20 August 2017 which claim that the “Catholic church” is threatening to fire teachers, nurses and other employees who marry their same-sex partner if gay marriage is legalised. We reassure staff and

The $27m new purpose-built “community” will accommodate a 65-bed residential aged care facility and 22 independent living units. And, many locals have secured their one, two or three-bedroom villas that feature open plan living, entertainers’ kitchen, high ceilings, lock up garaging with internal access and private courtyards. “The opening is

This week 9-16 October Calvary is proud to celebrate National Perioperative Nurses Week, in recognition of the valuable role our perioperative nurses play in delivering quality care.

Calvary Riverina medical officer James Currie is off to Ohio to pursue a new career

Congratulations to Fane Falemaka, awarded Catholic Health Australia (CHA) Nurse of the Year Award.

Calvary is filled with smiling faces, team spirit and staff who enjoy what they do every day. Watch how the heroes of Calvary talk about how wonderful and satisfying it is to be a part of Calvary.

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Our staff share some of their experiences and the benefits of working at Calvary. Watch their stories here.

Calvary provides staff with the tools and skills better their work environment. Watch our video to see how Calvary makes a difference in their working environment and the residents lives.

Happy staff make happy residents. Many of the employees over their years working at Calvary have undertaken courses, and have been provided with assistance to help enhance their careers. Watch here as they talk about the benefit of working at Calvary.

What’s it like to volunteer at Calvary? Watch Chris and Val’s video about their life-fulfilling, humbling experience and how much they feel valued by the residents and staff of Calvary.

David had a career in hotels before coming to Calvary. Over his time at Calvary he has enjoyed being with the residents and even set up a group to support the male residents. He is currently studying to move into aged care, which Calvary is helping him to achieve. Watch David’s story here.

Angela started as a casual member of staff and has now been at Calvary for 21 years, because she enjoys it so much. Urmila talks about how teamwork is an important part of Calvary and how everyone is valued and support each other. Nya says Calvary is a part of his extended family. Watch their stories here.

What’s it like to work at Calvary? Sarah arrived from the UK and started working at Calvary straight away. She felt instantly supported by the staff of Calvary and says that they are not just work colleagues but friends as well. Anise loves working with those around her and feels

Calvary is proud to announce Jake Basista of Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community and Rutherford Technology High School has won Novaskill’s 2015 School Based Trainee of the year award at the Hunter Region Awards.

A prestigious citation awarded by the Workplace Gender and Equality Agency (WGEA) recognises Calvary as a leader in gender equality.

Calvary and Civil Train SA are delivering a course to help a group of long term unemployed women in Adelaide’s northern suburbs find gainful employment in the civil construction industry. About 80% of participants who successfully complete the course – over a six week, five days a week period – are securing sustainable employment.

A prestigious citation awarded by the Workplace Gender and Equality Agency (WGEA) recognises Calvary as a leader in gender equality.