Domestic Assistant

Job Description

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Employment Type: Casual Hours: Up to 76 hours per fortnight Location: Newcastle/Lake Macquarie regions Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications Contact: Jane Leilua ()

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Where there’s life, there’s Mercy. Where there’s care, there’s You. Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be? For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you’ll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better. To do that, we need you. Join us at Mercy Health and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.

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\nAbout the opportunity \n
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We are looking for kind, compassionate and dedicated Domestic Assistants to help our clients remain at home by providing cleaning, unescorted shopping and in home respite services. You will be able to work in your local community in Newcastle/Lake Macquarie area to make a difference each day. You will work with our dedicated local office team who will support you every day.

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• Clear verbal communication and accurate documentation.
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• Ability to use a PC and digital device to access and download information.
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• Ability to deal effectively and professionally with a range of clients and their families and maintain client confidentiality.
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• Ability to work without direct supervision.
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\nWhat you’ll bring \n
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• You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart.
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• Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.
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• To thrive in this role, you will have: Excellent time management, organizational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve. A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective client care. The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
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\nYou will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining: \n
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• A current NDIS Screening Check
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• Current Driver's license, reliable vehicle with registration and insurance.
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• First Aid Certificate.
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Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare? Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.

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Are you ready to apply for this role? Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.

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We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support.

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We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

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Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

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Mercy Health Australia is renowned for its unwavering commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered health services and aged care services.

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If you're value and display empathy, integrity, and are seeking the opportunity to make a real difference, we invite you to join us!

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Mercy Health is made up of 10,000 people who provide acute and subacute hospital care, aged care, mental health programs, maternity and specialist women’s health services, early parenting services, home care services and health worker training and development.

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Mercy Health employs people from many cultures and backgrounds who, irrespective of their beliefs, share a common bond to care for those in need.

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We look forward to welcoming you to your journey with Mercy Health.

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