About UsAbout Us: At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4600 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on theBEST philosophy Believe, Excel, Support and Trust underpinned by our values ofKindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.orgWhy choose Uniting AgeWell - NinganaEasy to access with public transport andfree on/off site parkingAbove awardhourly ratesSalary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annuallyAnnual Leave loadingCareer pathways, education and training opportunitiesComprehensive Employee Assistance Programavailable 24/7 for our staffEnhanced Parental LeaveoptionsLocation options - move within ourUniting AgeWell network(Victoria and Tasmania)Not for profit,values-basedorganisationAbout the roleWe are looking for an experienced and motivated Laundry Assistant to join our SorellAged Care facility on a casual basis. You will be required to work at both locations according to the business needs.As an Laundry Assistant you will provide quality laundry services for personal clothing that contribute to residents comfort, physical appearance and sense of self-esteem in accordance with the recommended processes for each garment andin compliance with the UA standards, Laundry Manual and Infection controlResponsibilitiesEnsure residents have the clean, fresh clothes and linen they enjoyed at homeYou will make sure everything is labelled and stored correctlyIf you find a maintenance issue, you will flag or fix it.Organised and keen to serve, you appreciate and respond to resident needs by listening and communicating well, whilst ensuring resident privacy and dignity is always maintained.About youYou are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices.This is the place for you if you:Casual opportunity working a range of shifts from 8am - 430pm and 10am - 430pmAvailability to work at least 2-3 Shifts a weekExperience in a Laundry Assistant role is preferredAre known for your caring and compassionate natureHave sound knowledge of OH&S procedures, relevant chemicals and safe work practicesWork effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision to deliver consistent, resident-focused servicesThrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactionsAre committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BESTway of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)Essentials for working in Aged CareA current Working With Vulnerable People cardCurrent and ongoing flu vaccinationsAustralian working rightsAbility to pass a national police clearance and NDIS ClearanceMake a positive difference in your community apply now!Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.You can access the position description here:Laundry Assistant PD.pdfFor more information please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected]. Please note the position and location.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Laundry Assistant