Laundry Assistant | Aged Care

  • Templestowe
  • Mckenzie Aged Care Group
McKenzie Aged Care Group has been operating in Australia for over 20 years. We have been renowned for providing quality aged care across our 17 homes in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. We have now joined the Bolton Clarke Group,one of Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit providers of home care, retirement living and residential aged care, operating nationally and internationally. Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 88 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group.We are committed to enriching the lives of people by providing care with compassion, respect and integrity to promote the health, independence and social interaction of seniors. With registered nurses and care staff at our homes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, we ensure that care is being delivered at the highest standard at all times to every resident.The LocationNewmans on the Park, a 105 bed residential aged care facility in Templestowe, just 17km northeast of Melbourne and close to local bus routes.The JobYou will be part of a team dedicated to our residents, contributing to a model of care that goes above and beyond every day. Every day you will be making a difference in people’s lives, building fabulous relationships with our residents and their families. Ensure that all areas of the facility are clean and maintained at a high standard at all times.Attend to residents' personal requirements by ensuring the cleanliness of bedside cupboards, tables, ensuites and other equipment or furniture located in the residents' room.Assist with the provision of a safe, efficient and hygienic care service through maintaining a clean environment and adhering to infection control practices.Replenish and restock cleaning trolleys as required.Provide a high quality, effective and efficient laundry service for residents (including laundry sorting, label checking, washing of personal clothing, linen and kitchen napery, folding and ironing), observing appropriate standards and infection control procedures. You bring: at least 12-months experience in a commercial laundry or professional cleaning role, a real commitment to working safely, fabulous team work skills, basic computer skills and a passion for making a difference.We’ll bring: a flexible workplace, a wonderful team, ongoing training, great communication, and most important - our heartfelt thanks for your contribution to the lives of our residents. With access to flexible working hours, you can choose when you want extra shifts, book shifts in advance and plan ahead for special occasions. Salary packaging options and tax benefits of up to $15,900 plus additional $2600 in entertainment per year available!If this role is calling your name, then we'd love to hear from you.At McKenzie, it all starts with People!Important: All aged care employees and visitors must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19 in order to enter an aged care facility. All successful applicants will be required to provide proof of both vaccinations prior to commencing with McKenzie Aged Care.