At a Glance
- Tasks: Help keep our residents' clothing and linen fresh and clean every day.
- Company: Join Uniting AgeWell, a values-driven organisation dedicated to supporting older people.
- Benefits: Above award pay, salary packaging, career pathways, and 24/7 support.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for growth within our network.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Previous laundry or cleaning experience preferred; strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
About Us
At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5000 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provides a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do.
Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Box Hill
- Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
- Above award hourly rates
- Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
- Annual Leave loading
- Career pathways, education and training opportunities
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
- Enhanced Parental Leave options
- Location options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)
- Not for profit, values-based organisation
About the role
Join our supportive team at our aged care residence in Box Hill as a Laundry Assistant, helping to ensure our residents receive clean, fresh, and well-presented clothing and linen every day. This is a rewarding role where your attention to detail and commitment to quality service will directly contribute to the comfort, dignity, wellbeing, and self-esteem of older people.
This permanent part-time position offers a consistent roster of Wednesday to Friday, 9:00am - 1:00pm, providing 12 hours per week.
As a Laundry Assistant, you will provide quality laundry services for residents' personal clothing that contribute to their comfort, physical appearance, and sense of self-esteem. You will ensure all garments are processed in accordance with the recommended laundering requirements for each item and in compliance with Uniting AgeWell standards, the Laundry Manual, and Infection Control requirements.
Working as part of our hospitality team, you will be responsible for sorting, washing, drying, folding, and distributing residents' clothing and linen while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service.
To be successful in this role, you will have previous laundry experience in any setting and/or previous cleaning experience within an aged care environment. You will also possess strong attention to detail, a reliable work ethic, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
If you're organised, dependable, and passionate about supporting older people to live well, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Laundry Assistant, you will provide quality laundry services for personal clothing that contribute to residents’ comfort, physical appearance and sense of self-esteem in accordance with the recommended processes for each garment and in compliance with the UA standards, Laundry Manual and Infection control.
Tasks include:
- Ensure residents have the clean, fresh clothes and linen they enjoyed at home
- Make sure everything is labelled and stored correctly
- If you find a maintenance issue, flag or fix it
- Organised and keen to serve, appreciate and respond to resident needs by listening and communicating well, whilst ensuring resident privacy and dignity is always maintained
About you
You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices.
This is the place for you if you:
- Experience in a Laundry Assistant role is preferred
- Are known for your caring and compassionate nature
- Have sound knowledge of OH&S procedures, relevant chemicals and safe work practices
- Work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision to deliver consistent, resident-focused services
- Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions
- Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)
Essentials for working in Aged Care
- A current Working With Children Check card
- Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
- Australian working rights
- Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
Make a positive difference in your community – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.
Laundry Assistant employer: Uniting AgeWell Limited
Uniting AgeWell is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and independence of older Australians, fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture grounded in the BEST philosophy. With competitive above-award pay, generous salary packaging options, and extensive career development opportunities, employees are empowered to grow within a values-driven not-for-profit organisation. Located in Mildura, staff enjoy a collaborative environment that encourages flexibility and innovation while making a meaningful impact in the community.
