AddressAbout the Organisation
The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.
About the Benefits
A competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900
- Study leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- 12 days of personal leave per year
- NAIDOC Day holiday
- Personalized professional development opportunities
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Cleaner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible to ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained throughout all internal areas of Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services premises. This is a Permanent Full-time position at East Perth Clinic and the applicant must be an Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act.
Responsibilities
- Clean staff toilets and surrounding areas daily, wipe down benches and refill soap and hand towel dispensers as required.
- Empty all bins daily, dispose of all boxes in accordance with the Tennant Obligation of recycling into allocated bins.
- Clean staff room.
- Dust regularly on an on-going basis, vacuum twice a week, sweep and mop all passageways daily - in offices, reception areas and doctors’ rooms.
- Wipe and sanitize all seats in the waiting areas on a daily basis.
- Clean public toilets every day.
- Dust pictures, window frames, door frames and Venetian blinds. – on an on-going basis.
- Wipe down and dust all consultation rooms when they are not in use.
- Wipe down all work surfaces daily.
- Clean all glass windows in medical reception - daily.
- Clean all glass windows and doors in waiting room area – daily.
- Order cleaning material and make sure adequate cleaning supplies are always in the clinic.
- Complete and comply with the cleaning checklists.
- Prepare Linen for pickup (cleaning) and store back on return.
- Adhere to the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Legislation and to Infection Control Guidelines. Report any problems to the OH&S Representative and Cleaning Supervisor.
- Participate as a valued team member promoting and contributing to a supportive team environment.
- Other duties, within the scope of your training and experience as directed by DYHS managers and supervisors.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential
- Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act.
- Demonstrate a caring and supportive attitude.
- Considerable experience in being able to perform domestic duties efficiently and effectively.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to follow instructions.
Appointment Pre-requisites
Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements
- Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance
- Successful Pre-Employment Health Assessment
- WA Driver's license
A copy of the full Job Description can be obtained by contacting People Services Team on 1300 420 272 or ****@dyhs.org.au
How to Apply:
Please apply through SEEK, applications must include:
- Current Resume including current contact details; and
- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an equal opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, colour, gender, age, or disability.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview.
The organisation reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
