Domestic Assistant (Casual)

MS Plus; Taylors Beach; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual flexible hours

Salary packaging options

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Care For You at Home is seeking a Casual Domestic Assistant to join our flexible care team delivering care and support in the Port Stephens and Newcastle area.

You will help clients maintain a safe, clean and comfortable home environment, supporting their independence, dignity and wellbeing, and work across client homes in line with care plans and our health, safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in domestic cleaning or community/home care.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Current drivers licence and access to a comprehensively insured vehicle.
• Working with Children Check.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment where practice is not clearly defined.
• Completion of manual handling, infection control, and relevant training.
• Experience in aged care, disability or community support
• Knowledge of My Aged Care and NDIS frameworks

Responsibilities

• Provide professional domestic cleaning and household support.
• Vacuum, mop, dust and clean kitchens, bathrooms and living areas.
• Complete laundry, folding and clothing care.
• Assist with minor meal preparation.
• Safely use cleaning equipment, products and supplies.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and infection control.
• Follow client care plans and WHS/manual handling requirements.
• Complete accurate service records, timesheets and client documentation.
• Identify and report hazards, risks or changes in the client environment.
• Travel between client homes safely and transport required equipment.
• Build respectful, positive relationships with clients, families and the wider care team

Skills

Domestic cleaning

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Drivers licence

Vehicle ownership

Job description

CasualDomestic Assistant – Opportunity to Become Part-Time

Care For You at Home is seeking passionateCasual Domestic Assistantto join our flexible Care Team delivering care and support in the Port Stephens and Newcastle area. As a leading provider of personalised care services in Community Nursing, Disability, and Home Care, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care tailored to individuals of all ages, including those with disabilities, the elderly, and veterans.

Our local team is committed to providing excellent care, guided by our core values –Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork (HEART). At Care For You at Home, we are on a mission to ensure the safety, well-being, and independence of individuals in the comfort of their own homes.

About the role

As a Domestic Assistant, you’ll help clients maintain a safe, clean and comfortable home environment, supporting their independence, dignity and wellbeing.

You’ll work across client homes, providing high-quality domestic assistance in line with individual care plans and our health, safety and quality standards.

What you’ll do

• Provide professional domestic cleaning and household support
• Vacuum, mop, dust and clean kitchens, bathrooms and living areas
• Complete laundry, folding and clothing care
• Assist with minor meal preparation
• Safely use cleaning equipment, products and supplies
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and infection control
• Follow client care plans and WHS/manual handling requirements
• Complete accurate service records, timesheets and client documentation
• Identify and report hazards, risks or changes in the client environment
• Travel between client homes safely and transport required equipment
• Build respectful, positive relationships with clients, families and the wider care team

What you’ll bring

• Previous experience in domestic cleaning or community/home care.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Current driver’s licence and access to a comprehensively insured vehicle.
• Working with Children Check.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment where practice is not clearly defined.
• Completion of manual handling, infection control, and relevant training.
• Experience in aged care, disability or community support
• Knowledge of My Aged Care and NDIS frameworks

What we offer:

• Casual flexible hours
• Generous Salary Packaging Options – access up to $15,900 tax-free annually, plus $2,700 on a Meals and Entertainment Card
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support
• Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities

If successful, you will need to:

• Complete a National Police Check (and possibly an International Police Check).

A bit more about us

Care For You at Home has been a compassionate leader in personalised care services since its establishment in 1991. With a focus on Community Nursing, Disability, and Home Care, our dedicated team delivers exceptional care tailored to each individual's unique needs. Specialising in caring for individuals across all age groups, including those with disabilities, the elderly, and veterans, we pride ourselves on making a positive impact on lives.

Operating in Port Stephens and Newcastle areas, we celebrate the spirit of community, with our local staff embodying excellence in every aspect of care delivery. Our commitment goes beyond mere service provision; it's about creating meaningful connections and fostering a sense of belonging for those we serve. Join us in transforming lives through compassionate care.

Want more information about the role?

Contact Louise Green, Program Manager at************@msplus.org.auor call02 4981 4***

Office located @ 1/23 Shearwater Drive, Taylors Beach NSW 2316