UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Laundry/Cleaning Assistant to join our team at Ascott Gardens in our Central West Region. You will make a difference to our residents by facilitating positive health and by providing a high standard of quality care to facility residents by providing and maintaining a high standard of cleaning within the facility.
What you will need:
- An ability to demonstrate a high standard of cleanliness
- An ability to demonstrate empathy with aged residents
- An ability to work without close supervision and in a safe manner
- Knowledge of infection control and hazardous substances
- Be aware of continual improvement processes
- Desirable to hold a current First Aid Certificate
- Excellent Team player who is highly motivated
- Knowledge of Work Health and Safety
- Availability to work various shifts across various days
- Competitive pay with salary packaging options (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax-free)
- Access to a Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
- Retention bonus for permanent appointments
- Supportive and friendly work environment
- Flexible working arrangements for a great work/life balance
- Ongoing workplace education and support
- Make a real difference to your community and residents' lives!
Pre-employment Screening:
The successful applicant is required to meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must have current and valid Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa) to be considered for this role.
- Must be willing to undertake pre-employment checks which include but not limited to National Police Check, Reference Checks, Qualification and professional registration verification
- Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy
Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant’s right to work in Australia.
If you wish to apply, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. Please note that applications sent via email will not be accepted.
To learn more about UPA and explore our current job opportunities, visit our website at www.upa.org.au.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
