Hospitality Services Assistant (Cleaners)

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

In these Casual and Part-Time -Hospitality Services Assistant (HSA) roles, you will be based at our Camberwell site and work as part of the Support Services team. Reporting to the Hospitality Services Operations Manager, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality support services that contribute to a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for patients, residents, and visitors.

You will make an impact by:

• Providing a high quality clean and safe environment for patients, doctors and staff
• Providing efficient and excellent cleaning services incl. bed making, laundry, linen distribution and waste disposal
• Being respectful, understanding and compassionate
• Working with a committed team and striving for consistently efficient services

To be successful in this role…

You will have an upbeat personality and positive attitude. You will be happy working autonomously, in a team and with patients directly.

You will have

• A strong customer service focus with the ability to deliver on, and respond compassionately to our patient's needs
• Excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate clearly, confidently and courteously
• An organised approach to work and ability to work consistently and effectively in a busy environment
• A well-developed understanding of Infection Control in a hospital environment
• Adaptability to change tasks throughout your shift readily
• Flexibility with availbility for rostered shifts across morning, afternoon and weekends

Position Description   Inherent Requirements 

About Rehabilitation & Mental Health
Epworth’s Rehabilitation and Mental Health services are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves individualised treatment and collaborative team decision-making to achieve outstanding outcomes for patients. We have forged a strong team ethos across our campuses in Richmond, Hawthorn, Camberwell. 

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606.

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.