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 4,300 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provides a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, 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.org
Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Hawthorn Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parkingAbove award hourly ratesSalary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annuallyAnnual Leave loadingCareer pathways, education and training opportunitiesComprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staffEnhanced Parental Leave optionsLocation options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)Not for profit, values-based organisationAbout the role: We are looking for an experienced and motivated Laundry Assistant to join our Hawthorn Aged Care facility on a part time basis.
The hours of work are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday, 8:00am - 3:00pm - 32.5 hours per week.
As a 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 and in compliance with the UA standards, Laundry Manual, and Infection control.
Tasks include: Ensure residents have the clean, fresh clothes and linen they enjoyed at home.Make sure everything is labelled and stored correctly.If you find a maintenance issue, flag or fix it.Organised and keen to serve, appreciate and respond to resident needs by listening and communicating well, whilst ensuring resident privacy and dignity is always maintained.About you: You 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:
Have experience in a Laundry Assistant role.Are known for your caring and compassionate nature.Have sound knowledge of OH&S procedures, relevant chemicals, and safe work practices.Work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision to deliver consistent, resident-focused services.Thrive in a team and also appreciate one-to-one interactions.Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust).Essentials for working in Aged Care: A current Working With Children Check card.Current and ongoing flu vaccinations.Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance.Make 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.pdf
For more information, please contact the Recruitment Team at ******.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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