Domestic Service Assistant - VMCH - Willowbrooke, Upper Ferntree Gully

at  Villa Maria Catholic Homes

Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia, 3156

Part time

• Part time positions at VMCH, Willowbrooke, Upper Ferntree Gully
• Great culture with a supportive and inclusive environment
• Wage + excellent Not for Profit Salary Packaging Benefits

Working at VMCH

We know you are spoilt for choice in the evolving Aged Care marketspace, but here are just a few reasons why VMCH (Villa Maria Catholic Homes) is the perfect workplace for you:

• Our values underpin the work we do – Hospitality, Love, Joy and courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do
• Our services are as diverse as the people we support
• We focus on providing our residents the personalised care they deserve

We offer a range of benefits to ensure your career at VMCH is fulfilling and rewarding. Our benefits include;
$15,900 salary packaging and $2,500 Meals & Entertainment
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
Praise Program where we recognise and reward the terrific work of our staff
Don’t just take our word for it, take a look at what our staff are saying:
https://vmch.com.au/join-our-team/our-people/
About the role
We are looking for reliable, caring and compassionate Domestic Services Assistants (DSA) to bring joy to our resident’s day.

WORKING AS PART OF A FRIENDLY AND CLOSE-KNIT TEAM, YOU WILL:

Carry out a range of domestic tasks to maintain hygiene standards in a home-like environment
Cleaning residents’ rooms including ensuites, furniture and equipment, as appropriate, and communal and administrative areas
Ensure common living areas, hallways and all other areas of the facility (including front entrance courtyards, verandas) are maintained in a clean and tidy and safe condition
Ensure the safe storage, security and labelling of appropriate cleaning materials in line with the MSDS, and in consultation with the Residential Services Manager, while being aware of the environmental requirements of cleaning products and their disposal
Replenishing cleaning liquids and materials whilst observing safety procedures
Report stock shortages, breakages, building, equipment or furnishing defects promptly to the Residential Services Manager
Part time shifts currently available on both weekdays and weekends as listed below :
Weekday shifts : 0700-1200 or 1100 - 1930
Weekend shifts : 0900-1300
This opportunity is perfect for people who are looking for part time working hours during the week and on weekends.
Skills & experience
Interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with residents, families, employees and volunteers; patience; common sense and an understanding of client service
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work without supervision
Well-developed prioritisation and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
Ability to operate with discretion and to maintain complete confidentiality;
Commitment to work as part of a team
Benefits
As an employee of VMCH you will be provided with ongoing personal and professional development, career pathways opportunities, a positive and supportive workplace culture and excellent salary packaging benefits.
About us
VMCH are a Catholic not-for-profit organisation, providing services including affordable housing, residential aged care, retirement living, community and disability services and specialist education to 7,600 people across Victoria. We operate in over 50 locations, have 2,600+ employees and over 600 volunteers maintaining our 24/7 service to vulnerable people across Victoria.
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you!
To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, Evidence Vaccinations and a NDIS Worker Screening Check.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies

Please refer the Job description for details