Job description
Do you want to make a difference working to assist the lives of the elderly, building relationships and connections in a rewarding community?
What’s on Offer:
We value our Residential Communities teams and the wonderful work they do. Our employees enjoy an enviable range of benefits, including the following:
Competitive salary plus super
Permanent hours for work life balance
Additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days as well as up to 14 weeks paid parental leave with equal benefits for both parents and access to a number of employee discounts.
Your New Role:
Come and join the team at St Patrick's Green Aged Care where we are leading the industry in driving our award winning ‘Better Together’ model, raising the quality of living in aged care.
At St Patrick's we are proud of our culture; we are an embracing and supportive team, we welcome resident preferences and choice, we connect to engage our community of residents, families and care staff.
We are currently looking for an innovative and enthusiastic Lifestyle Coordinator to join the friendly team in Kogarah.
As the Lifestyle Team Leader, you will be:
Implementing and delivering lifestyle programs and social calendars
Assessing and individualising lifestyle plans and social needs for our residents
Leading and developing a small team of Lifestyle Assistants and Volunteers
Developing a wide range of activities in consultation with residents and family members
Engaging with community groups to build a network of support and social partners
Identifying new and meaningful events to keep our residents engaged
Promoting our Better Together model and values of Bold, Warm and Honest
About you:
A warm, ethusiastic and creative individual
Strong experience in Aged Care
Demonstrated leadership skills
Qualifications in Lifestyle and Leisure or Diversion Therapy
A person-centred focus and commitment to providing a high level of service
Experience working with people living with Dementia or Alzheimer's highly regarded
Computer and documentation skills
Availability to work full time Monday - Friday
If you are looking for a rewarding role and a great work environment; we want to hear from you!
What makes us, us
We are here to make a difference every day, small things, big things and everything in between. We encourage you to join our team in this meaningful journey and make a difference in your local community.
We’re all about making a bigger difference together
We’re all about supporting your wellbeing
We’re all about lifelong learning
Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people. To view our Reconciliation Action Plan please visit: https://www.australianunity.com.au/about-us/reconciliation-action-plan
Benefits
Employee discount, Parental leave