Domestic Services Assistant

Respect Group Limited; City of Launceston; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated aged care organization is seeking a Casual Domestic Services Assistant in Launceston, Tasmania. The role involves providing cleaning and laundry services to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents. Candidates should have cleaning experience, knowledge in chemical handling, and flexibility in scheduling. Join a team that values care, compassion, and community.

Qualifications

• 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 satisfy legislative requirements for Aged Care Worker Screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning services according to established cleaning schedules.
• Assist with laundry practices as required.
• Participate in the infection control program.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Knowledge in chemical handling

Flexibility to work varied shifts

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding role where your work truly makes a difference? We’re currently hiring a Casual Domestic Services Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team at Peacehaven - Norwood to help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, and be part of a workplace that values care, compassion, and community.

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 life well-lived, 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.

About the role: The Cleaning Services Assistant is responsible for providing cleaning and laundry services which contribute to a safe, clean and home like living environment for residents and staff.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning services according to established cleaning schedules.
• Mopping, vacuuming and polishing floors, shampooing of carpets, damp dusting, waste management and restocking of 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 employees skills, as directed by the organisation.

Requirements:

• Training or experience in cleaning.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Knowledge and experience in chemical handling.
• Experience in residential aged care.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends.
• 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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to providing a workplace that values care, compassion, and community.