• Support clients living in their own home 
• Drivers License and reliable car (required)
• Russian speaking (highly regarded)

About us:

Jewish Care Victoria is a not-for-profit organisation one of the largest providers of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. We have been servicing the community for 175 years. Our staff come from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. We offer all new staff the opportunity to attend our Ethos Day—an enriching learning experience that delves into the intricacies of Jewish history and culture. This day aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of the ethos and mission of Jewish Care.

About the role

It has been identified by Jewish Care that there are a number of our clients, whom with assistance can stay in their own homes. It has also been identified that there are a number of people who are looking to start a career in the care industry and would like to find an entry point. The Domestic Assistant role with BlueStar is the perfect role for those looking to start a new career, or simply would like to find a way to contribute to the community.

Some of what you will do:

• Be able to do a variety of domestic assistance tasks including; dusting, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and wiping down tables, benches, showers, bathrooms, stovetops, fridges and cupboards, and unescorted shopping.
• Have the ability brighten the day of our elders in the community
• Safely use the cleaning products and equipment that the clients provide
• Wear the personal protective equipment that Jewish Care supplies, such as; disposable aprons and gloves

Our clients are based are largely based in South Yarra, Elsternwick, Caulfield, Bentleigh, Carnegie & Port Phillip, though other locations do occur.

About You

• Empathy, Respect, Dignity, and Social Justice mean a great to you.
• You have an understanding of the need for privacy and confidentiality
• An ability to work efficiently, independently and without direct supervision
• Domestic cleaning experience is highly regarded
• Kind, friendly and reliable. People that care about people! 

The benefits of working with Jewish Care

• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging to increase your take home pay!
• Real opportunities for learning and career development.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to be a part of a variety of Jewish Cultural celebrations and learning opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs that can support you with your personal development and make the life part of work/life easier
• A commitment to make you feel safe and supported
• Great team. Great support. Great location

If the idea of working with an organisation that values your expertise and has a commitment to the wellbeing of our staff and clients, click APPLY now.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community.

 Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.

Jewish Care is committed to protecting clients and staff members from all forms of harm and abuse. We are a child safe organisation. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process during their recruitment process.