Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator

Saint Raphael's home for the Aged is a small Nursing Home dedicated to holistic care based on the philosophies of the Franciscan Sisters of the Heart of Jesus. Its staff is committed to excellence in aged care, promoting and maintaining outcomes to enable residents to attain optimum quality of life. We are committed to evidence-based practice and positive outcomes for residents.

Saint Raphael's has 33 beds and caters to a wide diverse cultural community.

We are seeking applications for a permanent or part time position for a motivated and enthusiastic Leisure & Lifestyle Coordinator who will be responsible for engaging our residents in meaningful lifestyle programs to maximise their quality of life while maintaining their individual optimum level of independence.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with the DRCS and nursing staff in the planning and implementation of therapeutic activities programs for individuals and groups.
• Maintain documentation of activities, outcomes of programs and other appropriate records.
• Provide an atmosphere and the opportunity for all residents to socialise.
• Create a stimulating environment by promoting mental and physical health and fitness.
• Provide a variety of activities that include active, passive, physical, intellectual, spiritual and cultural groups.
• Encourage relatives and friends to participate in activities of individual interest.
• Use volunteer personnel to assist with or conduct programs of individual interest.
• Arrange for school or community groups to visit.
• Maintain residents' mobility in order to attain their independence.
• Provide residents' participation and entertainment.
• Organise resident / relatives meetings.
• Organise bus trips, outings, raffles  and other special functions.
• Prepare weekly programs and display in allocated areas.
• Write in progress notes for residents on assessment and evaluation.
• Maintain residents' dignity and privacy.

Experience and skills

• Experience in designing and implementing individual and group programs for the Aged.
• Experience in working with older adults and / or people with disabilities.
• Experience in working with Dementia patients.
• Experience in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Sensitivity and empathy.
• Enthusiasm, motivation, punctuality and reliability.

This is a permanent or part-time position that is challenging and rewarding with a competitive salary and salary sacrificing availability.

Salary: $61,516 to $64,833

Registration and Certifications

• National Police certificate
• Certificate 1V in Lifestyle / Activities
• Senior First Aid Certificate

For further information please contact: Ms Sue Handel, Director, Residential Care Services, Ph 83536022

Applications should be forwarded to:

Director, Residential Services.

Saint Raphael's Home for the Aged

2 Franciscan Avenue

Lockley SA 5032