Vacancy

Duties:

1. Support Client independence by:

· Receiving and actioning home maintenance referrals including minor modifications and gardening services.

· Delivering and collecting equipment for Palliative Care and the Southern Community Equipment Scheme as directed by the Home Maintenance Supervisor.

· Participating in client reviews and on-site assessments associated with home modifications as required and in consultation with multidisciplinary team members.

2. Collate and maintain appropriate administrative records including details of daily activities and participate in quality improvement activities including meeting and consulting with the Home Maintenance Supervisor.

3.  Undertake regular maintenance of equipment and ensure correct operations of vehicles, tools, fixtures and fittings.

4. Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation’s Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including in the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives, safeguarding practices for vulnerable people, and related training.

5. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

The Home Maintenance Supervisor will have overall responsibility for supervision and performance management issues. Within established guidelines, instructions and service criteria, the occupant of this position is responsible for:

· Providing general maintenance and gardening services to home-based clients.

· Exercising initiative in problem solving and when completing allocated tasks.

· Exercising reasonable care in the performance of duties consistent with Work Health and Safety guidelines and in accordance with policies and procedures applicable to the provision of general maintenance and gardening services.

· Promoting a positive image of the service to the public.

· Champion a child safe culture that upholds the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. The Department is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children and young people, and expect all employees to actively participate in and contribute to our rights-based approach to care, including meeting all mandatory reporting obligations.