Housekeeper

About UnitingSA:

UnitingSA, established in 1919, upholds values of respect, compassion, and justice. UnitingSA now helps more than 12,000 people per year within our aged care, community, disability, mental health, child development and employment programs.

Discover our vision and values: https://unitingsa.com.au/about-us/.

About the Role:

Join our Hospitality Team as a Housekeeper in Residential Aged Care and bring your magic touch of cleaning to brighten residents' days! Keep their environment clean, comfortable, and tidy, ensuring all standards are met. Apply now to make a difference in their lives!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Housekeeping Supervisor in delivering outstanding cleaning services.
• Coordinate housekeeping routines to ensure high cleanliness standards.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment properly.
• Adhere to infection control guidelines for cleaning.
• Safely handle chemicals during cleaning tasks.
• Cleaning Services includes:
  • Maintain hygiene and tidiness in residents' rooms, laundry, and servery.
  • Sweep, scrub, mop, and polish floors.
  • Vacuum carpets, rugs, and draperies.
  • Dust and polish furniture and fittings.
  • Clean metal fixtures.
  • Scrub wash basins, mirrors, tubs, and showers.
  • Wipe down glass surfaces.
  • Tidy rooms.
  • Wash windows as per schedule.

Skills & Experience:

• Essential: Current DHS NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Essential: Current National Police Clearance.
• Desirable: Experience in aged care, hotel, or health settings.
• Knowledge/experience with commercial cleaning equipment.
• Familiarity with safe chemical handling.
• Understanding of infection control principles.
• Familiarity with cleaning products and methods.
• Strong customer service abilities.

In return, you will work in a compassionate, respectful and just community where all people participate and flourish.

What we offer:

• Unlock up to $15,900 in tax-free earnings with salary packaging, boosting your take-home pay
• Treat yourself to an extra $2,650 tax-free each year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• Paid parental leave
• Strong commitment to personal and professional development
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Additional perks including discounted health insurance

For a confidential discussion, please contact Travis Jenkins, Hospitality Services Manager on 0414 860 ***

For further information, a full job description can be located on our website; https://unitingsa.com.au/about-us/

We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, mature-aged individuals, and people with disabilities. Our employment screenings vary based on role requirements. These measures ensure we recruit individuals who align with our standards.

If you are inspired to make a positive difference and would like to be considered for this opportunity please apply now.  If you require any assistance in submitting your application please do not hesitate to contact our Talent & Acquisition team on 08 8440 2***.

Applications close on Friday 12th April 2024.

Please note, UnitingSA retains the right to close this advert earlier upon identifying a suitable candidate.

Our application process is mobile-friendly for your convenience.

Attachments:
- JD - Housekeeping Services Assistant (Cleaning).pdf