Lifestyle Assistant

• Permanent Part Time position based at Trott Park
• Opportunity to think on your feet
• Contribute to delivering engaging resident programs in a great team environment

What we offer:

• Flexible working options available - tell us what you need for that work-life balance
• Access to our fantastic salary packaging options – increase your take home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay with $15,899 tax free each year
• Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation Card provides you with an additional $2,650 tax free per year
• Paid parental leave, including superannuation paid on parental leave
• Paid study leave, and financial education assistance up to $6,000
• Genuine career development opportunities across the organisation including access to our internal leadership program
• Discounted motor vehicles and gym memberships
• BUPA and Medibank health cover discounts
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Customer Wellness Assistant - Lifestyle who will bring to the team a unique set of skills and strengths in developing programs which will enhance and support residents’ daily lifestyle choices. The other key ingredient is ‘you’ and your personality – welcoming and encouraging qualities as well as enthusiasm by the bucket load. While clinical care is important in an aged care environment, we see the true value of engaging with our residents in meaningful ways. We offer a broad range of activities and are seeking a resident focused individual with a vibrant approach to connect with our residents.

If you are someone who understands the needs of older people who considers both their challenges and potential within an aged care environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Optimise the independence, health, wellbeing and quality of life of our residents by assisting with the development of wellness programs
• Work as a team to provide social programs that reflect the interests of our residents, such as facilitating gardening groups, exercise classes and craft clubs
• Identify opportunities to enhance both social and cultural engagement
• Act as a listening ear for our residents, their families and advocates
• Connect with our residents on an individual level – it could be as simple as sharing your favourite films over a cup of tea!
• Maintain required documentation and reports crucial for a responsive service
• Contribute to the positive growth of the organisation’s safety culture through active participation in safety initiatives, such as proactive identification and reporting of incidents, hazards and near miss events.
• Working over a 7 day roster

What do you need to bring?

• Must possess Certificate III in Aged Care/Individual Support or be working towards a Certificate IV in Leisure & Health
• Proven experience in this role is highly desirable
• Ability to provide high quality care that meets the needs of customers and assist in the creation of lifestyle plans that reflect the individual
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with residents and their families
• A willingness to go above and beyond to actively engage our residents
• An understanding of basic Information Technology, including using an iPad for video calling and operating smart televisions for activity engagement
• A positive attitude and team focus

Who is AnglicareSA?

As SA’s largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 65,000 people each year. Our 1,900 staff and 400 volunteers support individuals, families and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.

We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives.

How to Apply:

We are assessing applications as they come in, so apply now!

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date – applications may also close before this date.

We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact: Mina via mina.prajapat@anglicaresa.com.au

AnglicareSA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage all suitably qualified candidates apply.

We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services.

View the job description via the vacancy's application page on the AnglicareSA website for the full role requirements.