HOW TO GET HOUSEKEEPING IN AUSTRALIA 2022
JOB DETAILS
Wherever you live, whatever service you access, the Barunga Village team are committed to supporting you live, the best life possible HOW TO GET HOUSEKEEPING IN AUSTRALIA
| JOB LOCATION | AUSTRALIA |
| JOB TYPE | FULL TIME |
| PUBLISHER | seek.au |
| PUBLISH DATE | 17-08-2022 |
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for the provision of the highest level of support to the House Members and staff team in accordance with the model of care, the cleanliness of the organization, understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards and the policies and procedures of Barunga Village.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Ultimately responsible for the cleanliness of the houses’ within Barunga Homes and re-stocking of household supplies, along with the cleanliness of the wider organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities of your role
- Responsible for the cleanliness of all House Members rooms, communal areas, Head Office, Barunga by the Sea and staff sleep over unit/s.
- Provide indirect support as per the model of care, such as assisting at meal times.
- Responsible for re-stocking of household supplies.
- Ensure there is accurate documentation of duties completed and support delivered.
- Working to maintain a physical and psychosocial environment that ensures the privacy, dignity, individuality, choice and rights of the consumer.
- Communicate effectively with consumers and staff.
- Responding effectively to unexpected situations within own level of skill and competence.
Work, health and safety
- Adhere to defined work health and safety policies and procedures related to the work being undertaken in order to ensure own safety and that of others in the workplace.
- Reporting of any possible hazards in the workplace.
- Reporting of any ‘near misses’ and participation in Incident/Accident investigations as necessary
- Comply with all policies and procedures required of employees.
- Participate in all mandatory training programs such as Fire Education and Manual Handling education as directed.
Equal employment opportunity
HOW TO GET HOUSEKEEPING IN AUSTRALIA
Understand the implications and adhere to equal opportunities and disability discrimination legislation to ensure a workplace and living environment free from discrimination.
Be conversant with and comply with organizational policies.
Business information systems and communications
Use internal online communications platform to access policies, procedures, forms and business information and updates.
Leadership, individual and team relations
Undertake further education as appropriate and participate in in-service education as provided by Barunga Village.
Complete all online learning modules as directed
Take part in performance appraisals on a regular basis.
Any other duties commensurate with the employee’s skills and experience as directed by the Hotel Services Manager and/or Director of Nursing and Care Services.
Quality improvement
- Recognize the need and participate in quality activity programs relevant to work area.
- Be familiar with and strive to achieve the Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Be prepared to identify opportunities for improvement.
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Essential qualifications and experience
There are no mandatory education requirements.
Proficient in using a computer and smartphone.
Must have fastidious attention to detail to maintain a high standard of cleaning.
Desirable qualifications and experience
- Previous experience in housekeeping and/or aged care support in an aged care facility or similar environment is desirable.
- An understanding of handling chemicals.
- Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and possess an understanding of the required responsibilities as an employee.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the legal implications of actions taken in aged care.
Core competencies
- Possess sound interpersonal skills and written/verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work as an effective team member and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to priorities tasks to best meet the needs of the consumer and Barunga Village.
- Recognize and work within the limits of own abilities and qualifications.
- Ability to empathies with consumers, relatives and staff in a caring manner.
- Physical fitness appropriate for duties, which involve prolonged and significant activity including lifting, walking, bending and stretching.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Duties and responsibilities for this position should not be considered definitive. Duties may be added, deleted or modified, in consultation with staff, as necessary. Position descriptions and staff performance will be reviewed regularly.
Applications close: Friday 2 September 2022 at 12:00pm
