Creative Lifestyle Facilitator

Lutheran Services Australia; Gympie Regional; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,?

Health insurance discounts

Retail discounts

Travel discounts

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lutheran Services Australia is seeking a Casual Creative Lifestyle Facilitator to enrich residents' daily lives through purposeful, personalised activities at Cooinda aged care, Gympie, QLD. You’ll work with the Creative Lifestyle Coordinator to shape engaging programs that foster joy and wellbeing.

Role requires creativity in activities, experience with diverse abilities, and a willingness to learn about dementia. Casual position, Mon–Fri availability and on-site duties at the Gympie location.

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

Creative facilitation

Engaging people

Communication

Group activities

Dementia awareness

Job description

Bring Joy, Creativity and Connection to Residents Every Day

Location: Cooinda aged care, Gympie, QLD

Role Type: Casual Position (availability Mon - Fri)

Remuneration: $46.20 per hour (Includes casual loading) + Super + Salary Packaging + Employee Assistance Program

If you love bringing people together through creativity, connection and meaningful experiences, this role is for you. As a Creative Lifestyle Facilitator, you’ll enrich the daily lives of residents through engaging activities that foster joy, confidence and wellbeing. Working closely with the Creative Lifestyle Coordinator, you’ll help shape programs that feel purposeful, personalised and fun.

About You

• 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

A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check or Police Check, and a Queensland Driver Licence

Desirable: First Aid Certificate, Certificate III in Aged Care or Lifestyle, or experience in aged care

About The Role

• 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

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Create meaningful moments that brighten residents’ daily lives
• Access salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals and entertainment)
• Enjoy discounts on health insurance, retail, travel and more
• Develop your skills through ongoing learning and training opportunities
• Join a values‑led organisation with a proud 90‑year history and strong future vision

Lutheran Services is one of Queensland’s longest‑established not‑for‑profit aged care and community services providers. As we celebrate 90 years of service in 2025, our residential aged care services span 12 homes across Queensland, each committed to delivering excellence in care that upholds dignity, wellbeing and choice. Our ambitious 5‑Year Strategic Growth Plan is reshaping our future from the ground up. With bold targets, visionary leadership and a relentless drive for impact, we’re scaling up in ways that redefine sector excellence.