We're Hiring!

Are you someone who takes pride in keeping things fresh, clean, organised and beautifully presented?

We’re looking for a reliable and caring Part-Time Laundry Services Assistant to join the team at Respect Chaffey House in Merbein.

This is more than simply washing, drying and folding clothes. Your work will help ensure our residents feel comfortable, cared for and at home every day.

About the Role

As a Laundry Services Assistant, you’ll play an important role in the day-to-day wellbeing of our residents by ensuring their clothing, linen and personal laundry is handled with care.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Sorting, washing, drying, folding and distributing residents’ laundry and linen.

• Operating laundry equipment safely and efficiently.

• Ensuring laundry is returned to residents promptly and respectfully.

• Maintaining a clean, hygienic and well-organised laundry area.

• Following infection control, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures.

• Correctly handling laundry chemicals and cleaning products.

• Treating residents’ personal belongings with care, dignity and respect.

• Working collaboratively with the wider team to help create a welcoming, homelike environment.

 Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is kind, dependable and takes pride in their work.

You’ll ideally have:

• Training or experience in laundry operations or a similar support role.

• Knowledge of hygiene, infection control and safe chemical handling.

• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.

• A reliable and positive approach to your work.

• The ability to work respectfully with older people and as part of a team.

• Experience in residential aged care or a similar environment is highly regarded.

A current National Police Certificate, or the ability to obtain one, is required.

To be considered for employment with Respect, candidates must also satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

 Why Join Respect?

Respect Aged Care is a proud not-for-profit organisation that has been caring for older Australians since 1922.

With homes and services across Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania, our purpose is simple: To care for older people in our communities with dignity, respect and belonging.

When you join Respect, you become part of a team where the work you do matters — and where the small things can make a big difference to someone’s day.

 Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a part-time role where your reliability, care and attention to detail can genuinely make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the team at Respect Chaffey House.