Domestic Assistant

Primeagehealthcare; Australia; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Primeagehealthcare is seeking a compassionate Domestic Assistant to support elderly clients at home across Australia. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment while respecting the client’s independence and dignity.

You’ll perform general housekeeping, assist with meals, laundry, errands, and light mobility tasks, while adhering to hygiene and infection control guidelines. The role requires reliability, honesty, good communication, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic cleaning or housekeeping preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable.
• Physically fit for cleaning duties.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control.
• Police clearance required or willing to obtain.
• Driver's license advantageous but not essential.
• First Aid and CPR certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform general household cleaning, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing.
• Make beds and change bed linens regularly.
• Wash, dry, fold, and organize laundry.
• Prepare simple, nutritious meals according to dietary requirements.
• Wash dishes and maintain a clean kitchen environment.
• Assist with grocery shopping and household errands.
• Organize living spaces and keep the home tidy and clutter-free.
• Dispose of household waste and maintain hygiene standards.
• Report safety hazards or maintenance issues to the supervisor.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with clients while maintaining privacy and dignity.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Independent work

Communication

Honesty

Physical fitness

Hygiene basics

Police clearance

Driver's license

First Aid CPR

Education

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and hardworking Domestic Assistant to help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment for elderly clients. The ideal candidate will assist with household tasks while providing respectful and friendly support to promote the client's independence and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Perform general household cleaning, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing.
• Make beds and change bed linens regularly..
• Wash, dry, fold, and organize laundry..
• Prepare simple, nutritious meals according to dietary requirements..
• Wash dishes and maintain a clean kitchen environment..
• Assist with grocery shopping and household errands..
• Organize living spaces and ensure the home remains tidy and clutter-free..
• Dispose of household waste and maintain hygiene standards..
• Report any safety hazards or maintenance issues to the supervisor..
• Build positive and respectful relationships with clients while maintaining their privacy and dignity..

Qualifications

• Previous experience in domestic cleaning or housekeeping is preferred..
• Ability to work independently and manage daily household tasks efficiently..
• Good communication and interpersonal skills..
• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable..
• Physically fit and able to perform cleaning duties..
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control practices..
• Current police clearance (or willingness to obtain one..
• Valid driver’s license is an advantage but not essential..
• First Aid and CPR certification is desirable..

Working conditions

• Flexible shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and public holidays as required..
• Work takes place in clients’ homes across various locations..
• May require light lifting, bending, standing, and other physical activities..
• Travel between client homes may be required..
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training opportunities..
• Must follow workplace health, safety, and infection control guidelines..
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of elderly clients..