We are currently seeking Permanent Part Time and Casual Cleaning Services Assistants to join our team at Costa House in Lara, Victoria.
About us:
As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a well-lived life, with dignity and respect.
Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.
The Position:The Cleaning Services Assistant is responsible for providing cleaning services that contribute to a safe, clean, and home-like living environment for residents and staff.
Key Duties:
Provide cleaning services according to established cleaning schedules.
Mopping, vacuuming, and polishing floors, shampooing carpets, damp dusting, waste management, and restocking supplies.
Assist with laundry practices as required.
Maintain records of completion of cleaning schedule duties.
Safe storage and use of cleaning agents, including correct cleaning agents used in correct quantities for each task.
Participate in the infection control program.
Contribute to a safe environment when undertaking duties, ensuring equipment is not obscuring exits and passageways.
Any other task not defined but within the employee's skills, as directed by the organisation.
Requirements
Essential:
Training or experience in cleaning.
Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
Knowledge and experience in chemical handling.
Experience in residential aged care.
To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.
Benefits
What we can offer you:
Competitive salary and entitlements.
Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
A healthy and positive workplace culture.
Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
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