Domestic Assistant

Mercy Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Casual role

Mobile phone

Job summary

Mercy Health in Melbourne is seeking casual Domestic Assistants to support Home Care clients living independently at home. Flexible hours with a minimum of 3 weekdays and a mobile phone provided to stay connected. Specific duties include cleaning and laundry, with ongoing support from a dedicated service team.

You are reliable, empathetic and able to build trusting relationships with clients and families. A valid driver’s license, First Aid Certificate, NDIS checks and Orientation Module

Qualifications

• Warm, empathetic and person-centred approach.
• Strong communication and a can-do attitude.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Own car with a valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• NDIS checks and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic assistance including cleaning and laundry for Home Care clients.
• Support clients to live independently at home with a compassionate approach.
• Engage with clients and families to maintain a collaborative care environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

First Aid Certificate (Level 2)

NDIS workers screening check

NDIS Orientation Module Completion Certificate

Driver's License

Job description

Employment Type: CasualHours: Flexible hours with a Minimum 3 Weekday availabilityLocation: Western Suburbs - Western Suburbs - Werribee, Point Cook, Tarneit, Manor Lakes, Laverton, Williamstown, Altona, and surounding suburbs.Contact: Carla Duarte ([e-mail])Upload with Application: Resume and driver's licenseWhere there’s life, there’s Mercy.Where there’s care, there’s You.Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you’ll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better.To do that, we need you.Join us at Mercy Health and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.About the opportunity:At Mercy Health, each moment, no matter how small, truly matters - and as a Domestic Assistant, you’ll create cherished moments each day.We are currently looking for passionate people to support our Home Care clients to live independently at home by providing domestic assistance with cleaning and laundry duties.Ongoing support provided by a dedicated service team.Flexible working hours.Mobile phone.What you’ll bring:You’re reliable, resilient and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are genuinely interested in supporting others and making a difference in your community.To thrive in this role, you will have:A warm, empathetic, and person-centred approach.Strong communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude.Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.A collaborative spirit that contributes to a team-focused culture.Have your own car with a valid driver’s licenceYou will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:First Aid Certificate (Level 2)NDIS workers screening checkNDIS Orientation Module Completion CertificateDriver’s LicenseCar Insurance and RegistrationWorkers’ RightsReady to help us shape the future of healthcare?Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply nowPlease contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.