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Lifestyle, Therapy and Spirituality Coordinator - Maddington
Aged Care Services | Aged Care
Closing date: 13/04/2023
When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning, and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.
About the role
This role is permanent-full time based in Maddington Residential Age Care Home which delivers a dementia specific Therapy and Lifestyle program. This position coordinates the delivery of our lifestyle, therapy and spirituality program to meet residents social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs. Working closely with our Occupational Therapists you’ll support the development of a social care plan with tailored activities which provides them with meaning and improves their wellbeing. This role also be responsible for coordinating staff and volunteers to support our residents programs.
About you
You’ll be empathetic, committed, and enthusiastic with a genuine passion to make a positive impact in residents’ life. With a background in pastoral care you’ll be looking to be part of MercyCare genuine and committed team. Your key experience will include:
Ability to communicate and build relationships with residents, families, and staff
Supervisor or leadership experience
Knowledge and understanding of current Age Care Quality Standards
Relevant Certificate or Diploma (formal Pastoral Studies preferred)
Experience in Age Care Services (preferred)
Demonstrated understanding of safety policies and procedures
National Police Clearance (obtained within last six months)
Flu and Covid vaccinations (preferred)
What we offer
You’ll join a value driven, Western Australian based organisation that care about their team providing opportunity to learn, grown and develop careers. You’ll also receive:
Salary packaging options up to $18,000
Flexible shift pattern to suit your work & life balance
Employee Benefits & discounts (including Childcare for your own little ones)
Options to purchase additional leave
Supportive work environment
Professional development and training
Employee Assistance Program
To Apply
Click “Apply Now” to visit our website and apply. Applications close on 13 April 2023 but apply soon as we will progress recruitment earlier if the right match is found.
At MercyCare, every person matters.
With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.
