Cleaner

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• 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) 
• Up to five weeks annual leave 
• Represent a world-class organisation 
• Supportive and Inclusive team environment 

Burrangiri Lodge is a 15 bed Aged Care Respite Centre with an attached week daytime Day Centre, located in Rivett, ACT, 2611. Our operations cater specifically to aged care clients from the Canberra region. 

Built 32 years ago as a purpose built site for respite care for Canberrans; we are here to facilitate early discharge from hospital or to prevent admissions where we can by providing a safe and supported care facility for temporary care and to facilitate carer relief for a day or a block of time.

Burrangiri Aged Care Respite Centre’s vision is to provide individualised holistic care to ensure your stay with us is restorative, positive and as enjoyable as possible. With home style delicious on-site catering, beautiful gardens and friendly staff, our small community is a place you can call home. Perfect for carer respite, emergency respite and post hospitalisation care, we offer dedicated and flexible short-term respite care to help you remain independent.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Responsible to the Director of Nursing and through the DON to the Manager for the provision of internal and external general domestic cleaning and hygiene; minor maintenance items; relocation and set out of furnishings, stowage of stores, and porterage of client luggage, as required; servicing of the fishpond; and other similar duties as directed from time to time. You will play a key role in the maintenance and cleanliness of our facility which will make a real difference to residents' quality of life.

In the role of the Cleaner at the Salvation Army, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• General Cleaning of internal and external spaces in the center including but not limited to kitchen areas, patio areas, floored areas, fixtures and utility room. 
• Fishpond is to be checked daily and to ensure sufficient water filled to require level. Feeding fish as per requirement, twice a day.
• Porterage of client's personal effects will be requested by RN, Reception, and other senior staff. 
• Preparation of order for cleaning material monthly, and safe storage of same.
• Storage of stores will be requested by the cook, RN, Reception and other senior staff from time to time. 
• Minor maintenance, including the replacement of light bulbs and florescent tubes, tightening loose screws, cupboard and draw handles and the like and similar tasks. More complicated maintenance items are to be written up in the Maintenance Book. Urgent maintenance to be reported to the Centre Manager or Office Manager. 
• Garden maintenance: Pull weeds, sweep, pick up leaves, water, general garden maintenance as required.
• Periodic Cleaning, including carpet shampooing, cleaning of vents and fans.
• Review cleaning methods and schedules and consult with the Center Manager suggesting ways and means to better efficiency. 
• Maintain a good rapport with clients and carers, have due regard for their privacy. Redirecting confused/dementing clients as required. 

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 and an understanding of their needs and of consumer directed care.
• Strong customer service focus and good time management skills
• Proven ability to work in a team environment. 
• Good communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English.

BENEFITS

Cleaners at the Salvation Army Aged Care enjoy:

• Above Award wages + 11% super + allowances & shift penalties
• Access to generous Not For Profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
• Access to relocation benefits through salary packaging options
• Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging
• Up to five weeks annual leave - when working flexible AMs and/or PMs, and/or nights and/or weekends
• No rotating rosters with Salvos, we will support you to achieve work-life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Novated car leasing
• Learning and development to support you in your role
• Scholarships via Eva Burrows College
• Supported study options
• Employee assistance program
• Career progression opportunities
• Transfer opportunities – we are in every major city in Australia
• Making an impact – socially and environmentally – with one of the most loved charities in Australia

To apply for this opportunity, please click on the 'Apply' button below to be taken to our online application process. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled. Job offers will be subject to a National Criminal History Check as per Police Certificate Guidelines for Aged Care Providers.

Please note: evidenced of the COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of employment at The Salvation Army Aged Care.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration