Laundry Assistant

• Northern Suburbs, VIC, Australia

• Kitchen / Laundry

• Residential Services

• Permanent

• Closing on: Nov

Empowered to Shine

Join our team of 2000+ people making a positive difference to over 15,000 older Victorians through aged care services. As a respected not-for-profit organisation, we're transforming the experience of ageing through collaboration, new ideas and investment in people and services. Our teams are supported to build meaningful connections and deliver exceptional care by accessible leaders who encourage professional development and growth. And when challenges arise, bring your curiosity, positive energy and resilience. With caring colleagues and an inclusive culture we will adapt to change together. Live your best work/life in a respectful environment that values your safety, wellbeing and the contribution you make.

The Opportunity

Benetas Bridgewater Lake is located in Roxburgh Park and is home to 98 residents.

As Laundry Assistants with Benetas you will support residents to live their best life through the provision of quality laundry services.

*** This is a part-time position 64 hours fortnightly - AM shifts ***

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging – maximise your take-home pay with tax benefits available for not-for-profit employees
• Career Progression – Internal promotions, cross-departmental mobility, and leadership development opportunities
• Purchased annual leave options
• Recognitions and Awards – celebrate your achievements with peer and Benetas recognition programs

What You Will Do

• Liaise with residents and families about required laundry services and as issues arise e.g. unlabelled clothing.
• Be responsive to the needs of residents by tailoring services to meet individual needs.
• Ensure efficient use of laundry materials and resources
• Identify any special laundry requirements. Some of the main tasks include: ensure all resident clothing is labelled; soiled clothing is prepared and sorted clothing is put through the washing and drying cycle; items requiring repair are attended to; clean clothes are pressed, folded and sorted; sorted clothing is returned to resident
• Ensure all laundry equipment is regularly maintained according to manufacturer's instructions and in liaison with the Maintenance Officer/Manager
• Participate in, and contribute to, quality improvement programs and other organisational initiatives to improve laundry services and meet accreditation standards e.g. Quality Management System.

About You

• Experienced working in Community Care, Home Care or Residential (highly desired)
• Current COVID-19 vaccinations and Flu immunisation up to date (highly desired)
• Shows empathy with the elderly
• Previous experience as Laundry Assistant in aged care (highly desired)
• NDIS Clearance

Why Benetas?

Join us on our fulfilling journey, as we transform the experience of ageing through collaboration, new ideas and genuine care. Across many different and interesting roles, we support our people to build meaningful connections and make a real impact by delivering exceptional, person-centred care. Our accessible and supportive leaders provide the resources, professional development and opportunities for career growth you need to succeed. Working in an industry that is constantly evolving, while supporting the needs of older persons throughout their journey brings its challenges. So, bring your curiosity, positive energy, and resilience as we adapt to change together. And know that by your side, you have a team of caring colleagues who've got you. Live your best work/life in an inclusive, people-centred environment, where our values are deeply lived, your safety and well-being are a priority and your contribution is celebrated. Feel uplifted by our supportive and respectful culture, where purposeful work connects us and everything we do.

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