Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant

Maryborough District Health Service; Dunolly; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Maryborough District Health Service in Dunolly is seeking a passionate Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant to enrich residents' lives through engaging activities and strong social connection. This permanent part-time role supports older people with meaningful experiences and social engagement, under the guidance of a supportive team in the Central Goldfields region.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer with checks as part of safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering activities for older people.
• Ability to tailor activities to residents' interests and abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with residents, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging individual and group activities.
• Encourage social interaction, independence and wellbeing.
• Tailor activities to residents' interests, abilities and preferences.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Help create a welcoming, inclusive and enjoyable environment.

Skills

Creativity

Compassion

Communication

Social engagement

Job description

Permanent Part-Time - 35 hours per fortnight

Love bringing a smile to someone's day? Turn your creativity and compassion into a rewarding career!

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) is looking for an enthusiastic and caring Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant to join our friendly team in Dunolly.

You'll play an important role in enriching the lives of older people by creating meaningful experiences, encouraging social connections and supporting residents to enjoy each day.

In This Role You Will:

• Plan and deliver engaging individual and group activities.
• Encourage social interaction, independence and wellbeing.
• Tailor activities to residents' interests, abilities and preferences.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Help create a welcoming, inclusive and enjoyable environment.

What We're Looking For

Someone who brings creativity, compassion, great communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting older people.

Whether you have relevant experience, qualifications or transferable skills, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Join MDHS?

Be part of a supportive, inclusive team where your ideas are valued and your work makes a real difference in people's lives.

The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play - beautiful areas to explore, only 50 minutes from Ballarat & Bendigo, and two hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk-assessed role.