Leisure And Lifestyle Coordinator

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Reference Number 14572
Position Title Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator
Employment Type Permanent Part Time
Department Community Aged Care Respite Services
Location Brisbane North CCP K-ESS, Pine Rivers K-ESS
Classification Care & Support Employees EA - CSE Support Employee Level 5
Hours per Fortnight 45
Position Summary

About Us

Wesley Mission Queensland is a not-for-profit community service provider that offers community support, mental health and disability services, aged and palliative care, and retirement living across Queensland. We have a long and proud history of supporting people in need and live by our values of Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment and Respect. We strive to be a welcoming, caring and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and supports employees of all backgrounds and faiths.

About the Role

We have an immediate opportunity for an experienced Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator to join the close-knit Hyland House team based in Petrie. Hyland House offers a range of services including centre-based day respite and a diverse range of day programs, activities, social groups and social outings. In this busy and rewarding role you can expect the following duties and responsibilities:

• Planning, implementing and facilitating activities to ensure they align with individual support plans and the needs of each member
• Assisting the daily operations of the centre including transport requirements, meals and personal care where required
• Provide guidance to support staff, volunteers and students relating to client participation and the application of appropriate activities, mobility and transfer techniques
• Collaborate with the team to provide a welcoming and warm environment for all members aligned with the Eden Philosophy

About You

Our Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinators are typically outgoing, positive and the most enthusiastic person in the room! You will enjoy building professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and working with clients to achieve the goals set out in their care plans. In addition, we are seeking the following skills and experience:

• Certificate III or IV Lifestyle and Health or equivalent Certificate and experience
• Experience in a similar role where you have planned, implemented and evaluated individual, or group activities aligned to support plans
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills enabling you to provide quality customer service and set and maintain professional standards
• Prior experience working with people who are frail including those who have a disability including an understanding of the therapeutic, social, physical, emotional, and cultural issues that impact upon them
• Understanding of the Aged Care Standards and NDIS in relation to your role
• A current driver's licence with the ability to drive clients and carers in the community

Why Join Us

Wesley Mission Queensland is committed to workforce wellbeing and in 2021 we were awarded the Safe Work Award by WorkSafe Qld in addition to our Workplace Mental Health Program being shortlisted as a finalist in the Open Minds QLD Mental Health Awards. Our team is also rewarded with:

• Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take home pay
• Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and remedial massage
• Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel
• Flexible working hours and where applicable a hybrid working strategy

Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives and WMQ Policy.

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is: 'a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all' and we are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.

WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For more information about our reconciliation action plan visit .

For more information or a confidential chat please contact WMQ Manager, Reconciliation and Diversity & Inclusion, Office of the CEO, Eddie Solien (Proud Torres Strait Islander man with a connection to Badu Island) via .

Wesley Mission Queensland respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We acknowledge Elders both past and present, whose ongoing effort to protect and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures will leave a lasting legacy for future Elders and leaders.

Essential Requirements Essential: Must have a current Drivers licence and willingness to drive in the course of work.
Contact Person Julie Cameron
Contact Number (04) 0872 5210
Contact Email prrs@wmq.org.au
Alternate Contact Person Marguerite Mortlock
Alternate Contact Number (07) 3285 5955
Closing Date 15/12/2022
Position Description Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator (CAC Respite) - May 2022.pdf

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Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.