Part-Time Compassionate Aged-Care Laundry Assistant

Respect Group Limited; Merbein; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Respect Chaffey House in Merbein is hiring a Part-Time Laundry Services Assistant to support residents by managing clothing, linen and personal laundry with care. You will operate laundry equipment, maintain hygiene standards and ensure timely, respectful delivery of laundry items to residents.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability and teamwork within a not-for-profit aged care setting, with a focus on maintaining a homely atmosphere for residents.

Qualifications

• Training or experience in laundry operations or a similar support role.
• Knowledge of hygiene, infection control and safe chemical handling.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• A reliable and positive approach to your work.
• The ability to work respectfully with older people and as part of a team.
• Experience in residential aged care or a similar environment is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Sorting, washing, drying, folding and distributing residents’ laundry and linen.
• Operating laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensuring laundry is returned to residents promptly and respectfully.
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic and well-organised laundry area.
• Following infection control, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures.
• Correctly handling laundry chemicals and cleaning products.
• Treating residents’ personal belongings with care, dignity and respect.
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to help create a welcoming, homelike environment.

Skills

Laundry operations

Hygiene knowledge

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Elder care empathy

Job description

Respect Chaffey House in Merbein is hiring a Part-Time Laundry Services Assistant to support residents by managing clothing, linen and personal laundry with care. You will operate laundry equipment, maintain hygiene standards and ensure timely, respectful delivery of laundry items to residents.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability and teamwork within a not-for-profit aged care setting, with a focus on maintaining a homely atmosphere for residents.