Join us in supporting residents with care, organisation and heart – Join Us at Melva McDonald Lodge, Rooty Hill This is a permanent parttime opportunity working Monday and Tuesday from 8 am to 4 pm. Join Anglicare as an Administrative Assistant at Melva McDonald Lodge, Rooty Hill. In this role, you’ll support our Residential Home by managing daily administration, keeping records accurate, organising meetings and events, and providing a professional and welcoming presence at reception. With your strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and customer-focused approach, you’ll help ensure smooth operations while supporting both residents and staff. Your opportunity Complete general administrative tasks, including word processing, filing, emailing, and mail distribution. 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. What you’ll bring Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organisational and time management skills Effective verbal and written communication Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications 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 Why Anglicare? We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen. At Anglicare, you’ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that’s ready for the future. You’ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career. On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us: Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family Are you ready for a career that means more? To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button. All applicants will receive a response. Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Please note that successful completion of background checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance may be required as part of the employment process for this role. Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Application Close Date: September 28, 2025
