Job Description
Location: Ballarat Central, VIC, AU, 3350
Job Category: Food & Domestic Services Assistant
Employment Type: Casual
Standard Weekly Hours: 0
Requisition ID: 3082
Casual Opportunity
PS21 | $28.84 per hour
About the Role
We are seeking casual Residential Services Assistants to join our team, primarily supporting our * Residential Care Communities, with occasional shifts at our Sub Acute sites.
You will be responsible for individually preparing and delivering meals in accordance with each resident’s specific dietary requirements. You will be the only staff member working in the kitchen during meal preparation and delivery. Additional duties will include cleaning and laundry tasks.
Successful applicants will receive a week of paid training across several Care Communities.
To remain active on our casual bank, a minimum of 4 shifts per fortnight is required. Due to the nature of casual employment, candidates must be living in the Ballarat region.
We are unable to consider applications requiring visa sponsorship.
Application Requirements:
Upload a cover letter and resume
Be able to provide a minimum of 2 referees: 1 being your current direct manager and the other(s) an additional manager or supervisor
Key Responsibilities
Maintain accurate availability and accepting shifts based on availability
Setting up the kitchen and dining rooms for food service
Preparing and serving resident meals based on their individual dietary requirements
Ensuring safe food handling practices and records maintenance
Maintaining the dining area to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents
Cleaning and laundry duties (facility dependent)
Demonstrated ability to function within a team
Promote a positive and inclusive care environment
Participate in annual performance reviews
Commitment to ongoing mandatory education
Skills & Experience
Current HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Handling Practices certificate, or willingness to obtain
Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a wide variety of individuals
The ability to prioritise work
The ability to work with limited supervision
Demonstrated person-centred care and respectful approach to patients, visitors and staff
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain
Previous experience in a similar role would be preferred, but is not essential
To view a copy of the position description click here
Interested?
contact the CAU Recruitment Team on 5320 6577 or 5320 6401 for a confidential discussion.
We're actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.
If you are currently employed at Grampians Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying.
About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell.
Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.
Culture & Benefits
At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.
Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
Access to discounted health club membership
Staff rewards and recognition programs
Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the state’s fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.
Diversity and Inclusion
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.
All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.
Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.
Job Category: Food & Domestic Services Assistant
Employment Type: Casual
Standard Weekly Hours: 0
Requisition ID: 3082
Casual Opportunity
PS21 | $28.84 per hour
About the Role
We are seeking casual Residential Services Assistants to join our team, primarily supporting our * Residential Care Communities, with occasional shifts at our Sub Acute sites.
You will be responsible for individually preparing and delivering meals in accordance with each resident’s specific dietary requirements. You will be the only staff member working in the kitchen during meal preparation and delivery. Additional duties will include cleaning and laundry tasks.
Successful applicants will receive a week of paid training across several Care Communities.
To remain active on our casual bank, a minimum of 4 shifts per fortnight is required. Due to the nature of casual employment, candidates must be living in the Ballarat region.
We are unable to consider applications requiring visa sponsorship.
Application Requirements:
Upload a cover letter and resume
Be able to provide a minimum of 2 referees: 1 being your current direct manager and the other(s) an additional manager or supervisor
Key Responsibilities
Maintain accurate availability and accepting shifts based on availability
Setting up the kitchen and dining rooms for food service
Preparing and serving resident meals based on their individual dietary requirements
Ensuring safe food handling practices and records maintenance
Maintaining the dining area to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents
Cleaning and laundry duties (facility dependent)
Demonstrated ability to function within a team
Promote a positive and inclusive care environment
Participate in annual performance reviews
Commitment to ongoing mandatory education
Skills & Experience
Current HLTFSE001 - Follow Basic Food Handling Practices certificate, or willingness to obtain
Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a wide variety of individuals
The ability to prioritise work
The ability to work with limited supervision
Demonstrated person-centred care and respectful approach to patients, visitors and staff
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain
Previous experience in a similar role would be preferred, but is not essential
To view a copy of the position description click here
Interested?
contact the CAU Recruitment Team on 5320 6577 or 5320 6401 for a confidential discussion.
We're actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.
If you are currently employed at Grampians Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying.
About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell.
Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.
Culture & Benefits
At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.
Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
Access to discounted health club membership
Staff rewards and recognition programs
Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the state’s fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.
Diversity and Inclusion
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.
All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.
Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Residential Services Assistant - Central Allocations Unit position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Victoria offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
