Housekeeping Attendant

Palm Lake Care's Beachmere Community is currently looking for a passionate Housekeeping Attendant to work in our team.  

It’s all about care:

If you love helping people, then your role in our community will make an incredible difference to each residents’ lives and health. Cleanliness is at the forefront of health in an aged care community, and your position will be responsible for ensuring our residents are comfortable with the cleanliness of their suite and the broader community areas. Common areas will be cleaned daily including the removal of rubbish, dusting, vacuuming and mopping.

We are looking for someone with a great attitude who is ready and willing to learn. Above all, you will have empathy and a genuine care for each resident.

A team, top to bottom

As a family owned and operated community, family values are what drives us. Every person here is part of a team that works together with the same goal to make Palm Lake Care perfect from top to bottom.

We pride ourselves on paying attention to the smallest detail, and under the guidance of our Housekeeping Team Leader, your housekeeper position will make you essential to the things that make a house a home.

Keeping our family healthy

A community of vulnerable elderly presents health challenges that requires a hygienic environment. From dust and infection control to occupational health and safety, and an understanding of the role cleaning chemicals play in elder health, we are looking for a person with initiative and who is motivated with problem solving skills to contribute to our culture of safety for all residents.

Skills:

• Experience in cleaning, preferably within aged care communities
• An understanding of the role cleaning chemicals plays in elderly health.
• Excellent hygiene standards
• Readiness and willing to learn new skills.
• Management of priorities and initiative
• All applicants must be willing to provide a valid national police check and undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.

What we can offer:

• Competitive allowances and penalty rates for weekend shifts
• Excellent working conditions with a focus of care for our employees
• Opportunity to work in a stunning community with high quality equipment
• Genuine career opportunity with ‘on the job’ training and online training specifically designed to support you
• Being a part of a family focused organisation, dedicated to supporting our aging population.

If this role sounds perfect for you, please apply today!

Please note we do not offer sponsorship