Laundry Assistant - Oolong Hostel

UPA; Howlong; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Wellness program

Employee Assistance

ANursing Platinum

Supportive environment

Work-life balance

Education & support

Community impact

Job summary

Oolong Hostel in Howlong, NSW is seeking a Casual Laundry Assistant to maintain cleanliness and assist with daily laundry duties in a respectful, resident-centred environment.

You will work as part of a small team, apply infection-control practices, and contribute to a caring community aligned with UPA values.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of infection control and the safe handling of hazardous substances.
• An understanding of continuous improvement processes.
• A current First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• The ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Infection control

Continuous improvement

First Aid

Cleanliness & hygiene

Teamwork & motivation

Job description

LAUNDRY ASSISTANT – CASUAL

Oolong Hostel | Howlong, NSW

The Organisation

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven, not-for-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. With a staff complement of 1,400 and a turnover exceeding $100 million, UPA is a non-profit company limited by guarantee.

Our services include:

• Residential Aged Care
• Home Care Services
• Retirement Villages

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Casual Laundry Assistant to join our dedicated team at Oolong Hostel in Howlong, NSW.

Our focus is building a sincere and caring partnership with our residents and consumers to enable them to live a purposeful life for as long as possible. Every decision we make comes back to our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Kindness and Inclusiveness.

We are looking for like-minded people to help maintain our exceptional standards of care. If this sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you to our team!

What you will bring to the role

• Knowledge of infection control and the safe handling of hazardous substances.
• An understanding of continuous improvement processes.
• A current First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• The ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive remuneration.
• Access to a Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Platinum membership of the Australian College of Nursing.
• A supportive and friendly work environment.
• Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements.
• Workplace education and support.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need.

Pre-employment screening

The successful candidate must meet, or be willing to undertake, the following requirements:

• Vaccination in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy, including proof of the required doses of a TGA-approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza vaccination.
• National Criminal History Check.
• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make adjustments to our recruitment or interview process to help you shine, please contact UPA’s Talent Team.