We're on the lookout for a dynamic Administration Assistant to add flair to our vibrant workplace. The position is a casual role based at our Wellington Views aged care home in Hobart, Tasmania.

Who we are:
As a proud not for profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect.

Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

About the Role:
The Administration Assistant provides general administrative support to both the General Manager and the facility. The position has direct responsibility for managing general office administration, reception, rostering, and associated support services. The Administration Assistant is responsible for liaising with employees, contractors, volunteers, visitors, residents, and their families at the facility.

Administration & Operational Key Duties:

• Provide a customer-focused reception service for the facility and promptly respond to or direct enquiries.
• Provide general administrative support to the General Manager (and other managerial employees), and perform a range of administrative tasks including but not limited to typing, photocopying, filing, answering telephone enquiries and general office duties.
• Roster employees using Time Target in accordance with the facility’s staffing requirements.
• Review timesheets against the roster as required by the General Manager.
• Source and roster replacement staff in the event of illness or unexpected absenteeism.
• Ensure timely response to all enquiries, and refer any compliment or complaint to the General Manager.
• Manage and order office and other general facility supplies to ensure efficient delivery of administrative services to the facility and residents.
• Develop reports and take accurate minutes of meetings as required.
• Arrange distribution of the facility resident newsletter as required.
• Maintain the key register and organise individuals to sign the required forms in relation to allocated keys.
• Collect mail each morning and distribute to staff and residents.
• Ensure outgoing mail is dispatched by the end of each working day.
• Manage and maintain facility evacuation kits.
• Any other task not defined but within the employee's skills, as directed by the organisation.

Essential:

• Minimum Certificate of Education or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience of office procedures.
• High-level customer service skills.
• Advanced computer and word processing skills.
• Cash handling and banking experience.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening or National Police Certificate as applicable at the facility (or ability to acquire).
• Recognised qualification (Cert III) in business administration.
• Experience in residential aged care administration.

Desirable:

• Experience in rostering/ sick leave and holiday roster management.

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.

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.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
• Discounted private health insurance.

Our purpose:

To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:
Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity
Care -  Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
Teamwork -  Encourage, cooperate, and build trust
Courage -  Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
Integrity -  Be open, honest, and trustworthy
Innovation -  Think differently to solve problems.
Excellence -  Drive quality to continuously improve.

About the Role

An opportunity has become available for a results-driven and motivated leader looking to step into the role of Branch Manager Tasmania Reporting to the General Manager Branch Operations - South, you will manage the branch’s business group activities to achieve optimum sales and profitability through effective use of branch assets and well developed leadership skills.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Plan and review business units operating costs, including manpower and assets.
• Manage the financial performance of the branch.
• Develop policy, procedures and systems to Improve branch operations.
• Review and co-ordinate branch inventory control.
• Identify business growth opportunities and implement business plans to ensure that such opportunities are maximized.
• Develop and measure key performance for all staff.
• Develop a culture and desire within the branch management team to strive for continuous improvement.
• Ensure branch adherence to all WH&S requirements.
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and leadership to the branch staff.

Skills & Experience

• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in management.
• Strong business & commercial acumen.
• Ability to coach, mentor and develop people.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to effectively drive change management.

What sets us apart?

Crown’s history began when two brothers founded the Company in New Bremen, Ohio (USA) in 1945. Today, the fourth generation of the very same family continues to lead Crown in all of its operations across the globe. Being a family-owned and run business is evidenced by more than 200 employees reaching service milestones in our 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 year categories in Australia alone, with more than 2,000 employees reaching a 25 year service milestone globally. 

As a Company we want to continue to support our employees to be the best versions of themselves and that’s why, as a Crown employee you get to enjoy:

• A benefits program which gives you access to discounts and cashback from over 400+ retailers nation wide.
• Access to a health and wellbeing platform which supports your Mental, Physical and Financial goals.
• Corporate Rates for Private Health Insurance.
• An inclusive working environment.
• An Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling with chat, phone and face to face counselling options.

​The Company

Crown Equipment is a well-respected global Materials Handling Equipment company which has enjoyed over 50 years of success in the Australian market. The Company has operations in all Australian States and territories as well as many regional locations. The Crown Brand is well known and respected in the marketplace and is supported by a customer value proposition based on highly skilled staff, quality products, strong service and parts back-up, and leading-edge technology. 

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our aged care facility, where you'll provide essential support and companionship to our residents.

Who we are:
As a proud not for profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect.

Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.

The position:

The Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing competent personal care, support and assistance to all residents under the direction and guidance of the senior clinical team.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care to assist residents to maintain independence and dignity with respect to activities of daily living and lifestyle.
• Attend to meal delivery and refreshments as required.
• Record observations on relevant assessment charts and documents any observed exceptions to the care plan in the progress notes; and reports such to the EN/RN.
• Check residents daily menu requirements.
• Attend to duties as allocated and or delegated by the RN/EN, including general ward duties.
• Any other task not defined but within the employees skills, as directed by the organisation.

Essential:

• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Relevant Certificate III Qualification.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable:

• 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.

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

Our purpose:

To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:
Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity
Care -  Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
Teamwork -  Encourage, cooperate, and build trust
Courage -  Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
Integrity -  Be open, honest, and trustworthy
Innovation -  Think differently to solve problems.
Excellence -  Drive quality to continuously improve.