Domestic Services Attendant

McLean Lodge (Flemington)

Part Time Basis

• Work with a rapidly growing not-for-profit organisation committed to social justice
• Access to salary packaging
• Wintringham promotes ongoing training and professional excellence
• Competitive pay rates $27.0695 - $27.8093 per hour + super + leave loading
• Part-Time position multiple shifts available working 5 hours per day
• Based in Flemington (VIC) with parking and public transport available

About us

Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania.

Your new role

Located in Flemington, McLean Lodge offers affordable, high-quality accommodation and support to 27 people aged 50 years and over.  McLean Lodge offers a delightful cottage setting which provides a safe, caring family-style environment for residents who enjoy a connection with the outdoors.

We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Cleaners to join our small and tight-knit team on a Part-Time basis. Flexible start and finish times available to suit your work life balance. 

The available shifts to be split across successful candidates are as below:

Week 1: Monday – Sunday (5-hour shift) – Variable start times from 8am daily

Week 2: Monday – Sunday (5-hour shift)

 Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• To clean resident rooms, office space and staff rooms
• To clean and maintain storage areas.
• To maintain stock levels and cleaners room
• To clean duplex bathrooms and laundries on a scheduled cycle
• Managing and administering of cigarette program to residents
• Cleaning duties as per schedule.

What is in it for you?

We are committed to offering an enjoyable, safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance. When you are working with Wintringham, you will have access to the following benefits:

• Access to exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging: salary package your personal expenses up to the amount of $15,900.
• Continuous development: we believe in giving our staff the skills they need and will keep you up to date with yearly qualifications such as behaviour management, first aid, CPR and manual handling. We offer many growth opportunities and have a strong internal recruitment program.
• Free access to wellbeing services + discounts to retailers: When you are employed at Wintringham, you will have access to our Employee Assistance Program, Staff wellbeing portal as well as discounts to some of Australia’s leading retailers.

We are looking for candidates with the following:

• A current Food Handlers certificate preferred or a willingness to undertake Food Safety Training.
• Prior Food Services experience in Aged or Community Care (highly advantageous)
• Good understanding of Food Safety Requirements
• Ability to work within a team as well as autonomously
• Adaptability to changes in the environment.

This sounds great! How do I apply?

For more information about the role, you can download a copy of the Position Description here and the task analysis here

Applications can be directed to Karen Mills and submitted via our website

Please upload your documents in PDF Format

Applications close on Friday 13^th December 2024 at 5.00 pm

Successful applicants may be required to undergo a Pre-employment Screening Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to these parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.

Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence.

Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

The safety of all older people is paramount, and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse.

Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia’s First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Diversity and inclusion makes our community and Wintringham stronger, and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.