Housekeeper / Cleaner (Sas)

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Introduction:
Location: Adelaide

Employment type: 12 month maximum term, part time role

Salary: SCHADS SACS Level 2 $34.58 per hour plus 12% superannuation (dependant on experience)

Empowering women to transform their lives

Catherine House has supported women out of homelessness since 1988. We provide crisis, recovery and longer-term accommodation, as well as outreach services and an integrated Women’s Centre that supports mental health, wellbeing, education, and community connection.

Our vision is a society where all women are safe, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Join our team and be part of something truly life-changing.

Why you will love working with us

At Catherine House, every role is deeply connected to purpose and impact. You’ll join a values-led team where support, inclusion, and hope are at the heart of everything we do.

• Make meaningful impact – walk alongside women as they rebuild their lives
• Supportive, purpose-led team – work in a collaborative, compassionate environment
• Wellbeing focus – access salary packaging and wellness benefits
• Career experience - develop your knowledge on how trauma informed holistic support can be life changing for women with experiences of homelessness and disadvantage
• Professional growth – participate in reflective supervision, team learning, and ongoing development

Description:
The Opportunity

Based in the inner city, we have an opportunity for a Housekeeper / Cleaner to join our team on a part-time, maximum term basis. The successful applicant will be required to work Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (5 hours per day).

The position is responsible for working collaboratively to deliver high quality food preparation and housekeeping services across our programs, while providing a safe and positive environment for our clients.

The position is classified as a Social and Community Services Employee Level 2, ($34.58 per hour) under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Award. The pay point offered to the successful candidate will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

The Housekeeper/Cleaner will be accountable for:

• Working collaboratively with team members to deliver a high-quality service, which is consistent with program goals and provides a safe and positive environment for clients.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleaning in all residential and office areas and other areas as outlined.
• Working collaboratively with team members to provide high quality, varied and healthy food service for clients while ensuring food safety guidelines are always adhered to.
• Working collaboratively with team members to deliver high quality food preparation and housekeeping service across the program, while providing a safe and positive environment for clients.
• Ensuring a high standard of food preparation and food storage practices.
• Work with their Line Manager and all staff to evaluate client feedback on quality of meals provided and respond accordingly.

Skills and Experiences:
About You

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with:
Experience and Qualifications
Essential

• Food Safety Certificate

Demonstrated experience delivering high standards of cleaning and hygiene

• Preparation of meals and kitchen duties
• Flexibility and reliability
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Mental Health First Aid Certificate (or preparedness to obtain it within 2 months commencement of employment)

Desirable

• Current First Aid Certificate or a preparedness to obtain one if the organisation requires it
• Certificate II in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations)
• Experience in working with people with low to high level needs
• Mental Health First Aid Certificate or preparedness to obtain it within two months of commencement of employment if the organisation requests this.

Knowledge

• Food safety legislation
• Knowledge of and ability to respect the principles of privacy and confidentiality
• Good understanding of WHS Legislation and requirements as they affect the role
• Understanding of cultural diversity
• Understanding of the issues that may bring a woman to a period of homelessness
• Knowledge of and ability to respect the principles of privacy and confidentiality

Personal skills and attributes

• Good practical experience in house cleaning and high standards of presentation
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well with a wide range of people
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to work in an environment that is challenging at times
• Ability to respond sensitively to the needs of women affected by homelessness including those from diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and sexuality, etc.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with both staff and volunteers
• Ability to work within the agency boundaries
• Ability to adhere to professional boundaries
• Sound computer skills, including ability to access and respond to emails and produce Word documents

Additional requirements

• Unrestricted Driver's License.
• NDIS Worker Check and Working with Children Check

How to apply

Apply now! Applications close: 1 June 2026 unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier.

To be considered for this position, you will need to submit your resume, together with a cover letter outlining your experience, knowledge and capabilities.

For further information, please contact peopleandculture@hcau.org.au

If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.

Disclaimer: To the best of Catherine House’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication.

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