Lifestyle Assistant / Well-Being Carer In Aged Care- Day Centre

Lifestyle Assistant/ Well-Being Carer- 

Olivet Aged Care 

Ringwood, Melbourne VIC

Casual Role with a possibility of permanent hours

Availability for 2 casual staff

Regular shifts  from 8:45am to 4:30pm 

$30.91- $40.86 + Super +Salary Packaging 

Based in Olivet Aged Care Residential in Ringwood VIC 

About Olivet Care 

Olivet Care provides a variety of Aged Care services and programs for every stage of the ageing journey. We are a values-based organisation that is based on a Christian ethos of caring for those in need. Our services include Aged Care Day Programs, Residential Aged Care, Home Care Services, Residential Respite Care, and Dementia & Memory Support. Independent Living Units are also established on site. 

We are a well-established not-for-profitrganisation looking for confident, caring, and reliable staff.

At Olivet Care, we strive to support people to maintain their sense of self.

We offer a supportive work environment and work as a team to create positive outcomes for our clients and staff.

We have regular team meetings and ongoing training.  We offer a lot of support for our dedicated team of care workers.

About You 

Olive Grove House is looking for a creative and enthusiastic person to be part of its very successful Day Centre program on a casual basis with the view to permanent shifts becoming available

You are looking for a place where you can make a difference and have a passion for Aged Care and a genuine desire to have fun

You have the right attitude as an engaging and person-focused leisure and lifestyle program 

As part of the Olivet Care Team the Wellbeing Carer is responsible for the planning and delivery of social and recreational programs to support older residents living in the community to maintain and enhance their social connectedness and independence

Duties of the role 

• Design and manage the program activities required to meet the accreditation standards and guidelines outlined in the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
• Ensure programs and activities are culturally relevant to people from the CALD community
• Assist with client transport, arranging client meals, undertaking ordering, and purchasing of supplies for the client activities
• Ability to drive our mini-bus and take our residents on a nice excursions 
• Assist clients with personal care needs
• Develop and work within the individual client care plans
• Support clients in their daily activities and attendance
• Maintains a client-centred approach to service delivery
• Assist and maintain a clean, safe environment for guests and staff
• Taking a reasonable care for your health and safety and others
• Not to be under the influence and/ or use of alcohol or drugs while at work 

What you will need to be successful 

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health.
• Certificate III in Aged Care is essential.
• Excellent Communication skills and ability to share empathy and understanding to our residents and their families.
• Experience in working with elderly and/or people with a disability.
• Can do attitude, good verbal, and communication skills. 
• Basic Computer Skills and ability to use Olivet Care software products as required. 
• Time management skills and problem-solving ability
• Alignment with the organisation’s values.
• Knowledge and experience in a memory support program is highly regarded.
• Current Driver License 
• NDIS Screening Check 
• Current First Aid certificate (with CPR) or willing to obtain.
• Three doses of Covid 19 Vaccination 
• Have full Australian working rights desirable. 

A copy of the position description can be provided on request.

Why choosing Olivet Care 

• Above Award Hourly Rate 
• Not for profit organization with salary packaging up to $15,900, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment Card up to $2,650 per annum. 
• On site Car parking
• Supportive and caring team providing exceptional care.
• A client focused organisation based on Christian ethos.
• Comprehensive onboarding provided. 
• Free Uniform and training
• Free EAP
• Free annual flu Vaccination

To Apply:       Please submit via email your resume and a brief cover letter which details your experience in line with the requirements listed above. Only short listed will be contacted 

Email: **********@olivet.com.au  Ref: Lifestyle Assistant at Day centre

For further information or to obtain a position description please contact Noelene Huxtable 9131 5500 or via email **********@olivet.com.au

https://olivet.com.au/jobs/lifestyle-assistant-well-being-carer/