MidCoast Council

Domestic Assistant

Casual employment | Temporary Tenure

Note: Council is currently transitioning out of the delivery of aged care and disability services. Temporary casual positions are currently available, with potential to transition across to a new provider.

We are looking for people to come join our passionate and energetic Ageing Services team who undertake a wide range of domestic tasks that are aimed at supporting our clients to remain living in their homes independently. 

Tasks include: 

• vacuuming
• mopping/sweeping
• washing dishes
• cleaning surfaces
• washing/hanging out laundry (may include ironing) 
• bathroom cleanliness 
• linen/bedding cleaning

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience in a community or aged care / domestic assistant role
• A strong awareness of work health and safety practices
• Proof of current, and up to date COVID-19 vaccinations approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration
• First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
• Willingness and ability to use own vehicle for work purposes
• Current C class drivers licence 

*The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check and may be required to complete a pre-employment medical examination.

You will be required to use your privately owned vehicle as part of this position, with business usage being reimbursed in line with the Local Government (State) Award. 

Location: Domestic Assistant work is available for Forster/Tuncurry. 

The package: 

• Casual hourly rate of $32.04 plus superannuation (inclusive of 25% casual loading) 
• An Adverse Working Conditions allowance of $0.48 p/h applies to this position. 

Tenure: Casual Temporary employment

Closing date: Sunday 19 May 2024 at 11.30 pm.  

*Please note that applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received.

Want to know more?

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact:

Christine Ellis, Team Leader Active and Older Program on (02) 7955 7485 or christine.ellis@midcoast.nsw.gov.au

Kristie Ellis, Team leader Customised Care Program on (02) 7955 7478 or kristie.ellis@midcoast.nsw.gov.au

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Jess Anniwell, Talent Acquisition Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Jess can be reached on (02) 7955 7934 or at jess.anniwell@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.