About Us:
Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.
Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.
For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need
- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us
About The Role
Anglicare has an exciting opportunity for an Administrative assistant to be part of our Piper House Residential care team.
The aim of this role is to provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Retirement Living facility, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
This is a Permanent -Parttime (3 days a week
- Tue/Wed/Thu) role based at Piper House, Dapto
- Residential Care.
Responsibilities (not limited to):- Maintain and improve administrative procedures and systems.- Organise meetings, events, and functions as required.- Process work orders and supply orders in a timely manner.- Update resident files in accordance with Commonwealth, State, Anglicare, WHS, and Rehabilitation guidelines.- Ensure all administrative records and databases are accurately maintained and up to date.- Attend to residents, visitors, couriers, and trades people at the reception desk, providing a professional and welcoming service.- Assist with basic financial processes as directed by the Retirement Living Manager.- Comply with safe work practices and participate in workplace consultation activities.- Actively engage in safety activities, including hazard and incident reporting as prescribed in the WHSIMS.
Key Skills- Strong attention to detail and accuracy- Excellent organisational and time management skills- Effective verbal and written communication-
- Customer service orientation- Ability to work independently and as part of a team- Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment- Basic financial literacy and numeracy skills- Empathy and patience when dealing with older residents
Qualifications and Experience- Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent qualification (desirable)- Minimum 1-2 years' experience in an administrative or customer service role- Experience working with older people or in a community service setting (desirable)- Current driver's license and own vehicle (may be required)- First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)- Police Check and Working with Vulnerable People Check (or ability to obtain)
Benefits of joining Anglicare:
- A warm, welcoming culture- Ongoing training and development with a focus on career growth- Experienced and passionate leadership team who are supportive and consultative- Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits - reducing your taxable income by $15,900 plus an additional $2,650 for salary packaging accommodation, meals and entertainment.- Employee Assistance Program - Free, voluntary and confidential counselling service- Fitness Passport- Access to discounts from over 400 retailers on our rewards program
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.
Please note that successful completion of background checks and an NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance may be required for this role.
At Anglicare, we are committed to honouring Jesus Christ, enriching lives, and strengthening communities.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Application Close Date: January 12, 2025