Creative Activities Facilitator - Aged Care Wellbeing

Lutheran Services; Biloela; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Health insurance discounts

Retail & travel discounts

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Queensland is seeking a Creative Lifestyle Facilitator to enrich residents' daily lives through tailored creative activities. The role collaborates with the Creative Lifestyle Coordinator to shape meaningful, personalised programs that foster wellbeing.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with older people, experience in diverse creative areas, and strong communication to motivate participants.

Qualifications

• Specialisation in one or more creative areas such as storytelling, music, writing, visual arts or dance.
• Experience engaging people with varying physical or cognitive abilities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and inspire.
• Experience facilitating group activities and one-on-one engagement.
• Willingness to learn about dementia and creative engagement approaches.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative activities and outings tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
• Build rapport to personalise activities and ensure meaningful engagement.
• Document attendance and progress notes for residents participating in activities.
• Seek feedback and contribute to continuous improvement of the lifestyle program.
• Collaborate with the Coordinator and Chaplain to align activities with resident needs and Lutheran ethos.
• Support volunteers and provide direct care activities as required.

Skills

Storytelling

Music

Writing

Visual arts

Dance

Group facilitation

Communication

Understanding dementia

Education

First Aid Certificate

Certificate III in Aged Care or Lifestyle

Job description

Lutheran Services in Queensland is seeking a Creative Lifestyle Facilitator to enrich residents' daily lives through tailored creative activities. The role collaborates with the Creative Lifestyle Coordinator to shape meaningful, personalised programs that foster wellbeing.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with older people, experience in diverse creative areas, and strong communication to motivate participants.