Laundry Assistant

rsllc; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Staff discounts through Maxxia Rewards

Leave Loading 17.5%

Career opportunities in Residential/L…

Job summary

RSL LifeCare is seeking a part-time Laundry Assistant in Ballina to support caring duties within our residential care setting. You will sort, wash, dry, iron and pack clothing, while maintaining cleanliness and safety in the laundry area. A team-focused environment values empathy and reliability to enhance resident comfort.

Contribute to a smooth operation, manage linen packing, and assist in weekly prep tasks. Prior experience is desirable and Australian Working Rights are required.

Qualifications

• Australian Working Rights.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Compassion and empathy to support residents.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a team and follow safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Sort contents of washing bags and trolleys; wash, iron, fold and pack.
• Clean daily of clothing dryer lint filters.
• Check supply of cleaning chemicals and refill containers.
• Assist production flow: wash, dry, fold, pack, sort, deliver and disperse clothing and healthcare accessories.
• Assist in packing and ordering linen.
• Prepare for the next week by punching docket sheets and filing folders.
• Clean machinery and laundry area; ensure safe handling of chemicals.

Job description

Residential Care - Laundry Assistant

Imagine a career filled with purpose and possibility.

Competitive rates of pay.

Fulfilling work that fits around your life.

Job Details

• Employment Type: Part time
• Location: Ballina

About Us

At RSL LifeCare, our Residential Care teams have the ability to make a big difference to the lives of veterans and seniors while they receive quality and compassionate care in our aged care homes. This is an opportunity for you to join a large social purpose organisation where you can have a huge positive impact and feel the personal and professional reward in return.

At our core, RSL LifeCare provide care and services to veterans and seniors who live in our communities or who are receiving support at home. Our vision of creating proud communities living their best lives is at the heart of everything we do as we continue to build upon our legacy of supporting veterans and their families for more than 100 years.

About the role

As a Laundry Assistant at RSL LifeCare, every day you're empowered to make a meaningful difference to people's lives. Within our supportive work environment your compassion is valued and your professional development is prioritised. You will have the opportunity to:

• Sort contents of the washing bags and trolleys and indicated contents on laundry dockets then wash, iron, fold and pack.
• Cleaning daily of all clothing dryer lint filters.
• Check supply of cleaning chemicals and fill containers as required.
• Assist with production flow, i.e. wash, dry, fold, pack, sort, deliver and disperse clothing and associated healthcare accessories as directed.
• Assist in the packing and ordering of linen.
• Assist in the preparation for the next week, such as punching docket sheets and filling folders.
• Assist in cleaning machinery and general laundry area.
• Ensure safe handling and use of chemicals.

About You

• Your demonstrated compassion and empathy. Our teams have a passion for what they do and the impact they make to our residents and their families.
• Your excellent communication skills, both verbal and written to ensure the best possible resident experience and teamwork.
• Your teamwork. We enjoy working together with a highly skilled team to deliver the best possible experience for our residents and support each other.
• Your ability to work efficiently and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Previous experience in similar role is desirable.
• Australian Working Rights.

Our benefits

• Not - for- profit tax benefits - salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year. This allows you to reduce your taxable income by receiving part of your salary as tax - free benefits like super contributions, car leasing, and more.
• Staff discounts across 700 select retail stores through Maxxia Rewards
• Leave Loading - 17.5% pay top up on paid leave
• Career opportunities across Residential Care homes and Community Services

Join us today and see where it takes you tomorrow!

It is a mandatory requirement for a team member working in the Aged Care sector to have a valid Police Check or a valid National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) check, or potentially both, to undertake the inherent requirements of the role. Clearances must be verified prior to commencing employment with RSL LifeCare.

Commitment to diversity

We are proud to stand for our unique values: Do the Right Thing, Aim Higher, Care from the Heart, and Act as One team.

We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Veterans, current serving ADF personnel, their families and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.

Location

RC Ballina