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• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Yorketown Hospital
• Salary $1,084.10 - $1,095.10 per week (pro rata) - WHA2
• Ongoing Part Time Contract (16 hours per week)

Join Our Team as a Housekeeping Services Assistant!

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Housekeeping Services Assistant to support the catering and cleaning operations within our health unit.

As a Services Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our health unit operates smoothly and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include preparing and delivering meals, performing general housekeeping duties, and assisting with laundry services.  From helping in the preparation, service and delivery of food to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, your contributions will enhance the overall experience for our clients.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve food, including breakfasts, soups, and fast-serve options.
• Assist with laundry duties, including sorting, washing, and ironing uniforms and linen.
• Undertake minor sewing repairs and maintain cleanliness standards.
• Provide general housekeeping services, including high window cleaning and carpet shampooing.
• Communicate with clients regarding menu preferences and dietary requirements.

Essential Criteria

• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to various work settings and rostering systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Respect for confidentiality and ability to maintain discretion.
• Effective written, verbal, and numeracy skills.
• No previous experience in catering or housekeeping? No problem! We’ll provide on-the-job training to help you succeed.

If you’re ready to be a vital part of our health unit and contribute to our community, apply today! Join us in providing exceptional service and support to those in need.

About Us

Yorketown Hospital is a key healthcare facility serving the Yorke Peninsula community. It offers a range of essential services, including emergency care, inpatient services, and outpatient clinics. The hospital is equipped with modern facilities and experienced staff to provide quality medical care. With a commitment to patient-centered care, the hospital plays a vital role in promoting health and well-being in the region.

Applicant Information

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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Yorke and Northern Local Health Network – We care for you

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.

This is a part time vacancy, working 32 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.

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 A

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: 899162.

Enquiries

Abbie Bray
Administration Officer
Phone: 08 8852 1200
E-mail: Abbie.Bray@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

15 April 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments

899162 Services Assistant - Role Description.pdf

Cleaner - Domestic Job Capacity Statement.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines