Address- Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Sheoak Lodge Aged Care Facility - Millicent
- Salary: $1,132.50 - $1,144.10 per week (pro rata) - WHA5
- Ongoing part time, (60.8 hours per fortnight), working over a 7 day roster
Overview
The Leisure & Lifestyle Co-ordinator – Residential Aged Care is responsible for the implementation, coordination and evaluation of activities that contribute to a productive lifestyle as possible for the Aged Care residents of Sheoak Lodge (Millicent and District Hospital and Health Service). The activities will comprise of social and diversional group activities, individual stimulation and emotional support appropriate for a range of cognitive and physical disabilities.
Benefits
- In addition to the annual salary package we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, employer superannuation contributions and leave loading.
- Up to $13,000 reimbursed Relocation cost may be available
- Work/life balance - many sporting clubs, activities and social events suitable for young and mature professionals
Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
About You
- Completed AQF Certificate III relevant to the position
- Previous experience in an Aged Care residential setting
Proven experience in providing and/or organising leisure and lifestyle and/or volunteer services.
Previous experience supporting and guiding staff and volunteers.
About Us
Sheoak Lodge is situated in a quiet residential area on Towers Road, Millicent and is co-located with Millicent and District Hospital and Health Service ensuring ready access to medical care. It is located close to the towns shopping and recreational facilities. Millicent is a quiet country town in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, approximately 399 kilometres Limestone Coast of Adelaide and 50 kilometres north of Mount Gambier on the Riddoch Highway with its main source of income coming from agriculture and a number of large industrial companies including Kimberley Clark Australia.
At Sheoak Lodge, Millicent we have a dedicated team who are compassionate, caring and highly professional individuals. Our staff members and volunteers play an integral role in the health and wellbeing of clients by providing companionship and support and encouraging independence. We know that maintaining the link between family, friends and the local community enriches the quality of life of our care recipients. Our goal is to provide quality care that celebrates a sense of self, family, and community.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.
Your lifestyle
- Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
- Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
- Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
- Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
- Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.
Find out about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here
Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
- DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. Aged Care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
For more information about the role please refer to the Job Pack provided below. Job ref: 862231
Enquiries
Name: Cosimo Greco
Title: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 8733 0150
E-mail: ***********@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
Sunday 19th May 2024 - 11:55PM
Attachments
862231 Leisure and Lifestyle Coordinator - Job Pack.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
