ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

If you enjoy working with older people and are looking for a rewarding career that offers you flexibility, work life balance and an opportunity to make a real difference within an essential service, join The Salvation Army Aged Care as a Domestic Assistant.

• Join one of the most loved charities in Australia
• Well-established industry leading aged care provider with national coverage
• Above Award Wages with generous Not For Profit tax benefits (also for casuals)
• Represent a world-class organisation
• Supportive and Inclusive team environment

We are looking for Casual and Permanent Domestic Assistants within the Central Coast from all areas of the central coast from Woy Woy to Chain Valley Bay.

ABOUT YOU

We currently have positions available for individuals, who are committed to providing excellence in care and the best possible quality of life to our residents.

We are looking for candidates with:

• An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote, support and model the Christian values and ethos of The Salvation Army
• Motivation to work with older people living in the community and an understanding of their needs and of consumer directed care
• Strong customer service focus and good time management skills
• Ability to work independently and safely in a client’s home and out in the community.
• Good communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to use a smart mobile phone.

The primary purpose of the role is to support Salvos Home Care (SHC) clients with general cleaning duties in accordance with their assessed individual needs and wishes, to enable the client to remain living in their home independently. You will play a key role in the maintenance and cleanliness of our client’s home which will make a real difference to residents’ quality of life.

You will also be responsible for the following tasks:

• Assist clients with household tasks including tidying, cleaning, laundry, and ironing, in accordance with the client’s domestic support plan and utilising appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Work within The Salvation Army Workplace Health and Safety policy, procedures, and guidelines, including in relation to safe driving, manual handling and infection prevention and control.
• Maintain respectful, effective communication and professional boundaries with clients and their informal carers, and with the SHC team.
• Complete mandatory training and contribute as a member of the SHC team, participating in staff meetings, quality improvement, and learning and development activities.