Domestic Assistant/ Laundry Assistant/ Kitchen Hand

Bethanie is a leading not for profit aged care provider based in Western Australia. For nearly 70 years, we have been empowering ageing Australians to lead their most meaningful lives by recognising 'old age' as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and live to tell the tale.

We are currently seeking two dedicated Domestic Assistants / Laundry Assistants/ Kitchen Hand to join the team providing support services at Bethanie Fields Aged Care Home located in Eaton. Co-located with a retirement village, Bethanie Fields is a 160 bed facility designed specifically to provide support for people who need 24 hour care, including those with special care needs and dementia. This role is offered on a casual basis.

To be successful in this role, you must be able to work across the below 3 roles.

Successful applicants will form part of our casual pool who provide relief across both morning and afternoons, as well as on weekends and public holidays. Shifts for each role are as follows:

Key Responsibilities:

The successful applicant must be experienced in and willing to work in all departments listed below:

Domestic Assistant

• Ensuring bathrooms, toilets, furniture, fittings, floors and communal areas are kept clean and tidy
• Ensuring supplies are stocked within the facility
• Liaise with other Bethanie employees to ensure the needs of clients are met
• Ensuring client's personal clothing is individually labelled, and put away in their rooms, identifying items that require mending

Laundry Assistant

• Ensure all personal laundry and linen is laundered correctly and ensure infection control practices are adhered to
• Sort and wash linen by wash temperature, colour, degree of soiling, infectious nature, fabric and fibre
• Load and unload washing machine and tumble dryers
• Sort and fold clean and dry linen for dispatch to sites
• Report damage or wear and recommend repairs or replacement
• Place clean linen into trolleys for delivery

Kitchen Hand

• Ensuring responsible work practices of food preparation, kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards
• Ensuring required ingredients are available daily
• Assisting is preparation, apportioning and serving of meals
• Maintaining all utensils, equipment, work benches and general surrounds in a clean and safe condition
• Collecting and washing pots, pans, crockery and cutlery

About You

• Previous experience working as a Domestic Assistant / Cleaner or Laundry Assistant/ Kitchen Hand, ideally in an aged care, hospital or similar environment
• Have a 'can do' attitude and a genuine compassion for our residents
• Reliable with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of The Bethanie Group
• Willingness to obtain relevant vaccinations
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to apply for one)

Working with Bethanie

Many of us work because we want to make a difference. As a company, we know we can only do this by providing our people with the best education, facilities and support to make a truly fulfilling career, feel fulfilled.

As well as being part of an engaging and caring work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases
• A rewarding career with a supportive culture
• Access to discounts on every day purchases from leading brands for groceries, clothing, travel, household appliances and entertainment
• A comprehensive mental health and wellbeing program and free flu vaccinations each year
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A focus on flexibility and work life balance

To Apply

Please click on the link to upload your CV before the closing date. We hope to interview sooner so don't delay

Our application process will consist of an additional questionnaire to be completed in order to finalise your application. If you require any further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team on