AddressRetirement Wellbeing Officer
Competitive Rates + Salary Packaging + Super
6 Month, Fixed-Term Part-Time Contract
Erskine, WA
At RAAFA we are proud of our heritage. We are proud of the services we deliver. We are proud of our people.
Our core values underpin who we are, our collective behaviors and the way we operate. It is simply a way of being and what we define as the RAAFA way. Our amazing culture results showcase the organization and our people who are able to make a real impact to the lives of those we care for every single day.
We are proud to be creating communities open to all. Our Seniors Living services are connected and offer a continuum of care to people living across our seven large, active and vibrant retirement living estates. Whether it's one of our five warm and welcoming residential aged care homes or our in-home individualized care and services provider, RAAFA Connect, we are in the business of people looking after people.
Support our residents at RAAFA's Erskine Estate as a Retirement Wellbeing Officer. Working on a part-time, fixed-term basis (50 hours per fortnight) from June, you will join our already established team and deliver information, support and guidance to our amazing residents.
Why work for RAAFA:
- Competitive Rates - RAAFA Continues to support our people with above award rates across our facilities!
- Salary packaging – as a non-profit organisation, you can salary package up to $15,899!
- Free onsite parking – all sites have free onsite parking with plenty availability!
- Career & Development Paths – RAAFA offers various ongoing career development opportunities!
- Employee Assistance Program - Access confidential counselling services for personal or work related issues!
- Employee Referral Program - earn bonuses for recommending friends!
- Discounted Services - including health insurance and gym membership!
- Corporate Zoo Membership - Visit Perth Zoo for free!
- Supportive culture - be welcomed into an organisation who provide a supportive, friendly and positive culture within all of our staffing groups!
About the Role:
- Assist residents to link to support services whilst encouraging independence and choice;
- Lead and participate in projects related to resident well-being;
- Encourage programs which help promote health, wellbeing and the active lives of residents;
- Consult with residents and their representatives to identify and develop strategies to deal with concerns;
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure residents are supported as their needs change;
- Respond to resident duress calls where required during office hours, taking action as required and record actions taken.
- Responsibility to comply with all RAAFA Polices and Procedures and all reasonable management directions.
About you:
- Understanding of Active Ageing and history of applying this to previous roles;
- Demonstrated ability to assess residents care and well-being requirements and to prioritise effectively;
- Experience in conflict resolution and well developed problem solving skills;
- Awareness of issues related to Aged Care with appropriate advocacy and negotiation skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a knowledge of Microsoft Office.
How to Apply:
- Have relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience;
- National "C" Class Drivers Licence;
- Update your Resume;
- Be prepared to obtain a National Police Clearance if you do not have one issued within the 6-month period;
- Select ‘Apply now’.
For further information, please contact us on 08 9711 71******************@raafawa.org.au
RAAFA WA reserves the right to withdraw, shortlist and interview applicants prior to this date.
