" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eReception /Administration Officer (Bendigo)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19637\"\u003e Admin / Secretarial / Office Support \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19638\"\u003e Receptionist \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19639\"\u003e VIC Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19640\"\u003e Part-time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eReception | Not-For-Profit Benefits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePart-time Position | between Monday- Friday | 52 hours per fortnight\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBendigo Location | Aged care Industry\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Join the dedicated team at\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;mecwacare Long Gully,\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;a 52\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;bed residential aged care facility located in\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Bendigo.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Reception/Administration Officer\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;will be responsible for providing courteous reception and administrative support to one facility and will act as the first point of contact for clients, residents and staff. This role will also be responsible for rostering of staff across one facility and relief rostering of staff across the five mecwacare residential facilities when required. You will also support the Facility Manager with a range of administrative duties and specific projects and will play an active role in supporting the continued growth and expansion of the facility.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJoin a motivated team that genuinely looks after each other in a serene setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy join us:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSalary Packaging \u0026ndash; as a not-for-profit organisation, our staff benefit from some Fringe Benefit Tax exemptions through salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a + up to $2,650 p.a on meal \u0026amp; entertainment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess our Employee Assistance Program for extra support when you need it.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe recognised through Board Scholarships and Employee Awards that celebrate the great work of our people.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe part of an organisation that genuinely values work-life balance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork alongside like-minded people who are passionate about making a difference.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ePart-time\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;opportunity to join our welcoming residential home in \u003cstrong\u003eBendigo (Long Gully)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetween Monday- Friday | 52 hours per fortnight\u003c/strong\u003e | As the facility expands, there is potential for this role to increase to 5 days per week from around February.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccessible by Bendigo local bus services, with bus stops within walking distance of the facility.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated previous \u003cstrong\u003ereception and administrative experience, preferably within the Aged Care or Residential Services sector.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDemonstrated experience in staff rostering within a busy environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and respond to changing operational requirements.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWell-developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills including experience liaising with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong organisational and time management skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel and Outlook as well as fast and accurate typing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA proactive and professional approach, with the ability to use initiative, anticipate requirements and respond promptly to changing priorities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommitment to maintaining confidentiality in all matters.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience using Human force and/or Workday is desirable, with the ability to quickly learn and effectively use rostering and workforce management systems.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesirable:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFormal qualifications relevant to the administration (e.g. Certificate in Business Administration or equivalent) or qualifications in Management, Health, or a related discipline.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience working in, or an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the issues relating to services for older people.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowledge and understanding of Aged Care funding and legislation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience supporting a facility through growth, expansion or change.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy work for us? Be part of work that truly makes a meaningful difference.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003emecwa\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecare\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting Victorians for more than 65+ years. We are a values-based, care-driven organisation that provides residential, community and in-home nursing, care and support services for the elderly and people living with a disability. mecwacare supports more than 20,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria. We are a rapidly growing organisation with a diverse workforce of more than 4300 employees and 500 volunteers, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 100 languages.\u003cbr\u003e We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural and linguistic\u0026nbsp;backgrounds, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTo apply:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;please submit your application and attach your CV.\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eWe do not accept applications via email.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate \u0026ndash; so if interested, please apply early\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e All successful candidates must undergo and satisfactorily complete a National Police Check and any other required pre-employment checks. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1998036\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "