Bolton Clarke is Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.
About the Opportunity
As a Lifestyle Assistant, you will make a positive impact on the lives of our residents with your compassionate and supportive approach with activities, whilst also assisting with personal care of clients if required.
You will be responsible for creating and ensuring that lifestyle programs are run according to the changing needs of our residents.
Key Responsibilities:
o Assist with the design, delivery and monitoring of group and individual recreational activities
o Coordinate activities and therapies as directed by the Lifestyle Coordinator.
o Ensure that all recreational activities and therapies comply with relevant Acts, legal demands and ethical standards.
o Assist with maintaining documentation of activities and therapies according to Aged Care legislation requirements, including individual resident activity profiles.
o Facilitate community engagement opportunities
About You
The ideal candidate must demonstrate the following:
o Certificate III or IV Aged Care/Leisure & Lifestyle or equivalent
o Any other relevant qualification from a registered trade organisation (preferred but not essential)
o Demonstrated experience in an Aged Care environment
o Highly organised and able to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasks
o Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times
o Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite
o Highly motivated and able to take initiative
o Excellent communication style, ability to communicate effectively with people of all levels
Please Note: Successful applicants must complete a National Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Check
Benefits
Our culture is both supportive and collaborative, where you can make your role your own. In return you'll get:
o A work culture that truly values you and invests in your career.
o Salary packaging & tax benefits up to $15,900 tax free & additional $2,650 entertainment
o Up to 10 weeks parental paid leave, 1 additional public holiday per year nominated by Bolton Clarke, up to 2 days a year infectious illness leave
o Free seasonal flu vaccinations
o A range of employee discounts and benefits.
o Ongoing professional development and career opportunities.
o Mental Health Programs (EAP).
Our residential aged care communities are supported by specialised teams who care deeply about our residents’ individual needs. Together with residents, healthcare partners and families, our teams deliver best practice care with the highest standards of safety, clinical practice and governance.
