Total 3 job vacancies by Respect

We are currently hiring for several casual positions for Laundry and Cleaning Services Assistants at Respect Eliza Purton.

About Us: 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. Our purpose: To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

About the roles: The Cleaning Services Assistant is responsible to provide cleaning services which contribute to a safe, clean and home like living environment for residents and staff. The Laundry Services Assistant is responsible for the provision of laundry services in accordance with infection control and laundry practice standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• 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 / laundry 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
• Ensure all resident personal clothing and laundry items are labeled.
• Safely transport and handles soiled linen in accordance with infection control requirements.
• Launders linen and resident personal clothing according to policies and procedures.
• Ensure correct storage and rotation of clean linen.
• Inspect and identify linen items for replacement.
• Any other task not defined but within the employees skills, as directed by the organisation.

Essential: 

• Training or experience in cleaning.
• Experience in laundry practices.
• 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.

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.

We are currently seeking Food and Cleaning Services Assistants to join our team at Peace Haven Home in Norwood. There are multiple casual opportunities available.

The Organisation:
Respect is a rapidly growing, not-for-profit, progressive, and purpose-driven aged care and retirement living provider that operates across Tasmania, Victoria, and New South Wales. Respect is known for the great care we provide to our residents and the supportive and respectful working environment for our employees.

About the roles:
Under the guidance of the Chef/Cook, the Food Services Assistant plays a crucial role in contributing to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Food Safety Program (FSP). Their responsibilities include providing a variety of quality food and beverages tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of residents. The Cleaning Services Assistant, in a separate capacity, is tasked with delivering cleaning services that foster a safe, clean, and home-like living environment for both residents and staff.

The successful candidates will have:

• Previous experience in residential aged care or a similar environment.
• Food Handling Course.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
• Knowledge and experience in chemical handling.
• Training or experience in cleaning.
• Experience in residential aged care food services.
• Experience in hospitality or catering.

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.

In return for your dedication, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• Attractive pay incentives, along with not-for-profit salary packaging.
• The chance to engage in purposeful work within a values-driven organisation.
• Long-term job security in an industry resistant to economic fluctuations.
• A thriving, positive organisational culture that prioritizes well-being.
• Abundant prospects for personal and professional growth through learning and development initiatives.

We are currently seeking candidates for several part-time or permanent roles as Laundry and Cleaning Services Assistants to become integral members of our team at Coroneagh Park in Penguin, Tasmania.

These positions involve filling shifts from Monday to Saturday and are set to commence in early January 2024. If you are interested, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated workforce.

About the Organisation:
Respect is a rapidly growing, not-for-profit, progressive, and purpose-driven aged care provider that operates across Tasmania, Victoria and New South Wales. Respect is known for the great care we provide to our residents and the supportive and respectful working environment for our employees.

The Cleaning Services Assistant is responsible to provide cleaning services which contribute to a safe, clean and home like living environment for residents and staff. The Laundry Services Assistant is responsible for the provision of laundry services in accordance with infection control and laundry practice standards.

Essential:

• Previous experience in residential aged care, or a similar environment.
• A relevant qualification.
• Knowledge, experience & training in chemical handling.
• Experience in laundry practices & cleaning.
• A current national police certificate (or ability to acquire).

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.
• A healthy and positive workplace culture.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.