Cleaner (Home Support/Aged Care)

About Northside Community Service

Established in 1976, Northside Community Service is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to serving the diverse needs of North Canberra and beyond. We are committed to social justice, diversity, and giving a voice to the marginalised. Our broad array of services includes early childhood education, aged care, youth programs, family support, housing initiatives, community development, outreach, and volunteer opportunities.

Position Overview: Cleaner (Home Support)

We are excited to offer full-time/part-time/casual opportunities (Multiple positions available) for Cleaners (Home Support) in Canberra. Reporting to the Aged Care Manager, Cleaners are responsible to provide diligent and thorough cleaning services for individual clients and various Northside venues, while maintaining a high standard of professionalism, communication, and integrity. This position seeks to enhance the well-being and safety of all clients and stakeholders by ensuring cleanliness, promptly addressing and reporting any issues or incidents, and actively participating in ongoing professional development and team collaboration. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties

For a detailed position description, please visit the 'Job Vacancies' section of our website at www.northside.asn.au. 

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Proficiency in domestic tasks such as cleaning, vacuuming, and laundry.
• Strong communication skills for reporting client situations to managers.

Benefits of Joining Northside

• Competitive salary of $60,712 including superannuation.
• Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging options that increase your take-home pay.
• Generous leave entitlements including Personal/Carer's leave, Paid Holiday Shutdown, Paid Parental Leave, Study Leave, and more.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a supportive team environment.

Commitment to Safety and Inclusion

Northside Community Service is dedicated to child safety and adheres to strict recruitment processes to ensure this. Candidates must pass comprehensive screenings and will be inducted thoroughly into our safety protocols. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTIQA+ community, people with disabilities, and others.

Apply Now

Please click the Apply button and submit the following:

• A two-page (maximum) statement outlining your suitability for the position
• A current curriculum vitae (CV)

Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting Human Resources (02 6171 8000) or emailing [email protected] 

Applications close at 11:30pm (AEST) on Sunday, 07 July 2024.