Lifestyle Assistant

JOB TITLE: Lifestyle Assistant
COMPANY NAME: Mercy Aged and Community Care
LOCATION: 83/89 Queen Street Colac VIC 3250
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented permanent part time Lifestyle Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, impeccable attention to detail, and a passion for providing exceptional service. As a Lifestyle Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting clients with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Making a difference in aged care by coordinating a meaningful lifestyle program that overcomes boredom, inactivity, isolation and depression with our residents.
• Working in a multicultural diverse home that embraces all cultures and cultural celebrations
• Creating, facilitating and evaluating individual and group lifestyle programs to ensure that our residents have the best day possible each and every day.
• Work in consultation with the wider care team to provide relevant and timely information for the care planning process
• You will be supported and guided by the Lifestyle Coordinator.

ABOUT YOU:

• Completed or currently enrolled in Certificate IV in Lifestyle & Leisure (Diversional Therapy), or similar
• A minimum of 12 months experience in a lifestyle or personal care role in an aged care environment
• First Aid Level II certificate
• Highly motivated and engaging personality with a desire to teach and make a difference within the home
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills and an excellent relationship-builder
• Previous experience delivering recreational activities and the ability to work within a team

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ($32.08 - $32.74)
• Not for profit salary packaging benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Positive and supportive work environment

ABOUT US:
Mercy Health is a Catholic organisation grounded in a 2,000-year tradition of caring for others. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Health is made up of more than 9,500 people who provide acute and subacute hospital care, aged care, mental health programs, maternity and specialist women’s health services, early parenting services, home care services and health worker training and development.
Mercy Health is proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the WGEA.
Mercy Health is committed to the safety of all children and vulnerable people across our services. We recognise the importance of listening to the voice of children and vulnerable people and have a zero tolerance of any form of abuse and neglect.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Mercy Health recognises that people are searching for meaning in their work life and finding a workplace that connects with their values is a key motivation when choosing an employer. As a not-for-profit healthcare provider, Mercy Health has a strong mission and clear values that guide us in everything we do. We pride ourselves on:

• caring for our people and those important to them with generous employee assistance available for employees and their families
• encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and supporting all staff to be their authentic selves at work through our network group for LGBTIQ+ staff and allies
• protecting children and vulnerable people in all our services, by listening to them and having zero tolerance of any form of abuse and neglect
• taking a stand against climate change, which is one of the biggest threats to the health of the world and all humanity, and committing to action that will help make our world fairer and more sustainable

• offering benefits such as generous salary packaging, purchased leave, career progression and development opportunities, access to health and wellbeing programs and a range of discounts across a diverse portfolio of financial, healthcare, travel and other services.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Candidates are required to meet the position and qualification requirements.
• Provide a current Police Record Check, NDIS Worker Screen Check and Working with Children Check (Mercy Health may conduct additional background checks subject to current legislation).
• Proof of vaccination status consistent with public health orders and with Mercy Health’s policy (includes but is not limited to COVID-19 and seasonal influenza vaccination compliance requirement).

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for providing exceptional service and making a difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you would be a great fit for this position.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Kristin Chiong, General Manager
kristin.chiong@mercy.com.au