Casual Social Care Assistant — Spark Joy & Connection

Mareeba Aged Care; Sale; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Meals and entertainment $2,650

Job summary

Respect Wattleglen in Sale, VIC is seeking a Casual Social Care Assistant to support residents with engaging activities and meaningful connection, helping them stay connected, engaged and living life to the fullest.

You will work closely with residents, families and volunteers to deliver person-centred care, coordinate lifestyle programs, foster inclusion and promote dignity, choice and independence in daily activities.

Qualifications

• : Experience coordinating lifestyle, social care, activities, recreation, or community programs
• : A genuine passion for supporting older people
• : Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• : A creative and proactive approach to resident engagement
• : The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• : Confidence using care management systems, documentation, emails, and Microsoft Office applications
• : Excellent organisational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the planning and delivery of engaging recreational and lifestyle programs
• Supporting individual, group, and community-based activities
• Developing social profiles and contributing to care planning
• Encouraging resident participation while promoting dignity, choice, and independence
• Maintaining activity resources and materials
• Preparing newsletters, activity calendars, and resident communications
• Assisting with volunteer engagement and support
• Building positive relationships with residents, families, and team members
• Supporting residents' physical, social, cultural, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing

Skills

Social care

Lifestyle programs

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Microsoft Office

Tools

Care management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Respect Wattleglen in Sale, VIC is seeking a Casual Social Care Assistant to support residents with engaging activities and meaningful connection, helping them stay connected, engaged and living life to the fullest.

You will work closely with residents, families and volunteers to deliver person-centred care, coordinate lifestyle programs, foster inclusion and promote dignity, choice and independence in daily activities.