Domestic Assistant - South Coast
- Provide client-focused domestic assistance and social support.
- Undertake routine cleaning tasks and assist clients with shopping and meal preparation.
- Maintain clear communication and document regular progress notes.
Domestic Assistant
Alzheimer’s Queensland (AQ) is a progressive, not-for-profit organisation providing a comprehensive and bespoke suite of world-class aged care services. We are seeking passionate Domestic Assistants to join our community care team on a Casual basis for our Gold Coast Multi Centre. This role provides a range of high-quality domestic services tailored to support clients within the community who require assistance with everyday duties in their own homes.
You will play a meaningful role in promoting the retention of existing life skills, supporting clients to lead a valued life, and enabling them to remain living safely in their own home.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide client-focused domestic assistance and social support while upholding the client's cultural independence and dignity.
- Undertake routine cleaning tasks, Tasks include but not limited to cleaning high touch point areas such as toilets and kitchen; sweeping or vacuuming; mopping; dusting; changing bedsheets; washing, drying, ironing and folding clothes; washing walls and windows; and other duties as requested.
- Assist clients with unaccompanied shopping and meal preparation.
- Apply hygiene, infection control, and safe cleaning procedures.
- Maintain clear communication, document regular progress notes in the system, and escalate any concerns in a timely manner.
- Undertake any other duties as reasonably required or directed as service needs change.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role (experience in aged care or community settings is highly desirable).
- Good level of physical fitness with an ability to complete repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Superior time management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, alongside proficiency in using digital applications and smart phones.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate.
- Current Australian Driver's License.
- Roadworthy and registered vehicle with full comprehensive car insurance.
- A smart phone and willingness to use it for work purposes.
- Current National Police Certificate clearance (and willingness to renew it every 3 years).
Salary & Benefits
- $43.03 per hour plus super
- $15,900+ Salary Sacrifice benefits per year
- Travel reimbursement between client visits
- Instant Retail Discounts & cash backs on groceries, fuel, travel, restaurants, online shopping and many more.
- Full Wellbeing Support: 24/7 mental health counselling and fitness challenges.
- Total Care: Access to virtual health checks and nutritional guidance.
- Thrive with comprehensive training, professional development, and a supportive team.
- Access to AQ Employee Benefit program for physical, mental and financial fitness.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your experience and availability. Applications will be reviewed as received.
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About Us
We have over 500 specialist staff who work alongside our community and residential clients. Our philosophy of care creates a good work culture that not only benefits our staff, but benefits our clients and residents. We focus on supporting and enabling our clients that results in quality time being spent with them and not just focusing on tasks.
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