Casual Aged Care Activities & Wellbeing Assistant

Respect; Sale; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Meals and entertainment benefit $2,650

Flexible casual shifts

Job summary

Respect Wattleglen in Sale, VIC, is seeking a Casual Social Care Assistant to enhance residents' wellbeing through engaging activities and social connections. You will work closely with residents, families and the care team to create a vibrant, inclusive environment where residents feel valued and supported daily.

The role focuses on meaningful, creative activities, dignity-driven care, and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering social care or lifestyle activities for older adults.
• Ability to engage residents with warmth and creativity.
• Strong written and verbal communication with residents and families.
• Commitment to person-centred care and resident wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning and delivery of engaging recreational and lifestyle programs.
• Support individual, group, and community activities for residents.
• Develop social profiles and contribute to care planning.
• Encourage resident participation while upholding dignity, choice and independence.
• Maintain activity resources and prepare newsletters and calendars.
• Support volunteer engagement and relationships with residents, families and team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Respect Wattleglen in Sale, VIC, is seeking a Casual Social Care Assistant to enhance residents' wellbeing through engaging activities and social connections. You will work closely with residents, families and the care team to create a vibrant, inclusive environment where residents feel valued and supported daily.

The role focuses on meaningful, creative activities, dignity-driven care, and collaboration with staff.