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• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Crystal Brook Hospital
• Salary $1,084.00 - $1,095.10 per week (pro rata) - WHA2 
• Ongoing Part Time working 16 hours per week over a 7 day roster

If you have a passion for service and enjoy a dynamic work environment, we want to hear from you!

Are you looking to join a dedicated team in a rewarding role that makes a difference? We are seeking a motivated Services Assistant to provide essential catering and cleaning services within our health unit. 

As a Services Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of our clients through timely and effective catering and housekeeping services. Your duties will include food preparation and delivery, laundry tasks, and general cleaning to maintain a safe and welcoming environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our clients while working in a supportive team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform minor sewing repairs and assist with laundry duties, including washing, sorting, and folding.
• Conduct routine cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, and window washing, as well as high cleaning using ladders.
• Manage cleaning equipment and document stock orders accurately.
• Prepare a variety of meals and snacks, ensuring adherence to dietary requirements.
• Plate and deliver food, and assist clients with menu selection.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas, following food safety protocols.

Essential Criteria

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team and relate to diverse staff and clients.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work, including shifts and rostering.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with people from various backgrounds.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under general direction while maintaining confidentiality.
• No previous experience in catering or housekeeping? No problem! We’ll provide on-the-job training to help you succeed.

About our Region

A career in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network offers many great lifestyle benefits, including diverse job prospects and the opportunity to fast track your skills and career, not to mention your choice of scenery from farm, ocean, vineyards and the Southern Flinders ranges. View the below videos for more information about working for Yorke and Northern Local Health Network

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Applicant Information

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here.  For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check 
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 897254.

Enquiries

Application Closing Date

15 April 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments

897254 Services Assistant - Role Description.pdf

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