Bolton Clarke Group one of Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit providers of home care, retirement living and residential aged care, operating nationally and internationally. Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 88 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group.
We are seeking Lifestyle Services Assistant to join our Lifestyle team at Cabrini based in Westmead. We have multiple full time & part time positions available.
As Lifestyle Services 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
- Assist with the design, delivery and monitoring of group and individual recreational activities
- Coordinate activities and therapies as directed by the Lifestyle Coordinator.
- Ensure that all recreational activities and therapies comply with relevant Acts, legal demands and ethical standards.
- Assist with maintaining documentation of activities and therapies according to Aged Care legislation requirements, including individual resident activity profiles.
- Facilitate community engagement opportunities
About You
The ideal candidate must demonstrate the following:
- Certificate 3 or 4 in Leisure & Lifestyle/Divisional Therapy (preferred but not essential)
- Excellent communication style, ability to communicate effectively with people of all levels
- Demonstrated experience in an Aged Care environment
- Highly organised and able to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasks
- Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times
- Highly motivated and able to take initiative
- Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite
- Full Drivers Licence
The benefits:
- Salary packaging & tax benefits up to $15,900 tax free & additional $2,650 entertainment
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Range of employee benefits & discounts (300+)
- Supportive and collaborative work culture
The successful applicant must complete a National Police Check, provide proof of COVID-19 Vaccination and may need to complete an NDIS Worker Screen.
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.
