Casual Health & Security Assistant - Milton Ulladulla Hospital, Employment Type:  Casual, Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant. Applicants may be required to undertake Psychometric testing.

What you'll be doing: Maintain the security and safety of all staff, patients and visitors within the healthcare facility. Conduct security duties in accordance with Security Regulation 2016 and the Security Industry Act 1997.  Provide an efficient and effective cleaning service, in accordance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD) policies, procedures and standards, in order to provide a clean, hygienic and safe environment for patients/clients, visitors and staff.  

This position involves Wardsperson duties in specific areas however will also provide emergency response and support to the hospital as required. The function of the Health and Security Assistant duties are performing patient transfers and assiting the clinical staff in Patient care within limits of skills and knowledge base.

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. As such, people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This includes but is not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, People with Disability, Women and People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.

Please note: Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

Selection Criteria: Current NSW Security licence (Class 1A) and First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003). Current unrestricted NSW Drivers' Licence (Class C). Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances. Experience as a Health and Security Assistant in a healthcare setting, or relevant and related experience in the security and cleaning industries. Demonstrated knowledge of hygiene, infection prevention and control and environmental cleaning standards.

Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing with patients, other members of the public and staff in a courteous, responsive and customer focused manner and an understanding of confidentiality. Demonstrated knowledge of responsibilities under Work Health and Safety legislation, Security legislation and the ability to read and follow instructions, policies, duty lists etc.

Knowledge of and willingness to support the provision of person-centred care in a health care environment. Availability and willingness to participate in a 24 hour/seven-day-a-week rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. Computer skills including word processing, email and data entry. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position.

For role related queries or questions contact Gail Ward on: Gail.Ward@health.nsw.gov.au