Cleaning Services Assistant

We are currently seeking Casual Cleaning Services Assistants to join our team at our Derwent Views home in Old Beach, Tasmania.

The Organisation:
Respect Aged Care embraces the values of respect, care, teamwork, courage, integrity, innovation and excellence. We provide a supportive and respectful working environment and pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer service and individualised care to our residents and their families.

The Position:
he Cleaning Services Assistant is responsible to provide Cleaning Services which contribute to a safe, clean and home like living environment for residents and staff.

Key Duties:

• 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

Essential: 

• 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 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.

Benefits

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
• Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
• A healthy and positive workplace culture.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.