Brief Description

We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we're able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this.

When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay, career progression, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.

In this rewarding role you will work in a team environment where every day will be different. With your can-do attitude, you will be responsible for providing general assistance in the full range of domestic duties to ensure our residents are able to "Live Life to the Full" in our home-like environment.

We are looking to hire a casual employee who has previous experience in laundry and housekeeping. This role is based in our Casino facility.

As a Support Service Employee your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assist with full range of domestic duties
• Clean picture frames, wall ornaments and sanitize all towel dispensers, light and air-conditioning switches
• Be responsible for the general cleanliness of the kitchen, including all appliances, storage areas, work benches and floors
• Prepare clothing, garments and linen for washing and drying and perform those duties using safe handling of laundry chemicals
• Make beds, change linen, turn mattress where necessary
• Wet dust all picture frames and wall ornaments
• Wet wipe and sanitize all towel dispensers, light and air-conditioning switches
• Wipe over all lights in front foyer, lounge, activities room, and at the entrance.
• Clean exhaust hoods in the kitchen

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Genuine compassion, commitment and enthusiasm
• Ability to work well in a team
• Empathy towards the elderly and respectful of their needs
• Flexibility to work on rotating shifts morning & afternoon Mon-Sun
• Able to provide evidence of COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

We are a not-for-profit organisation with a mission to empower older people to ‘live life to the full’. For the last 50 years our name has been trusted by the community to provide care and support for thousands of people in over 40 locations across NSW and the ACT.

We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence. We offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care as well as in-home care. At SCC, people are at the heart of everything we do. We support our employees to excel!

Join us at SCC NSW & ACT, where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with opportunities to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is unwavering, and we strive to ensure every employee feels valued and heard.

Your growth is our mission. Your wellbeing is our priority. Together, we can create a future that’s not only brighter for our clients and residents but also for every member of our team.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We are committed to a safe and respectful workplace.