Domestic Service Assistant
- Location: Melbourne - Eastern Suburbs, Victoria
- Salary: From $40.93 (casual) or $32.74 per hour (part-time)
- Employment Status: Casual or part-time, fixed term until 30th June 2027.
- Job Number: 2287
Hey you!
genU is looking for caring and energetic Domestic Service Assistants to provide essential in-home support to older community members, including household cleaning, meal preparation, and general assistance to ensure a safe and comfortable living environment. This role offers structured weekday shifts and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes within a values-driven not-for-profit organisation.
We’re currently hiring across East Metro Melbourne in suburbs such as Rowville, Wheelers Hill, Croydon, Glen Waverley, Balwyn, Belgrave, Forest Hill and Mulgrave.
What you’ll do
As a Domestic Service Assistant, you’ll help people feel comfortable and supported in their own homes by providing:
- Light household cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation
- Friendly support and companionship to brighten their day
What you’ll bring
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A caring, patient and people-focused approach
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Reliability, well organised and able to work independently
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Strong communication skills. Someone who enjoys building rapport
- You’ll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check, Orientation Module Certificate and Working with Children Check – but don’t worry, we’ll help guide you through this.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Current driver’s licence, reliable registered vehicle with comprehensive insurance, and a mobile phone
- Basic computer skills for required admin tasks
Bonus points for
- Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support or Community Services
- Experience supporting people who are ageing, living with disability, or experiencing mental illness, including those with specific health needs (e.g. Dementia, Diabetes, Epilepsy) and from diverse cultural backgrounds (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups)
Why you’ll love working at genU
At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings.
We’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive.
You’ll also get
- Discounts - savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi
- University Study Discount - Enjoy a 25% fee reduction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
- Wellbeing support - 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program
- Referral bonus - bring great people with you and be rewarded
- Salary packaging - up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefit
Ready to make a difference? Click apply to complete your application.
Don’t wait to apply! We are reviewing applications as they come in.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at recruitment@genu.org.au
Note: Recruitment is accepting multiple applications for vacant positions.
Current genU staff should apply via the staff intranet.