Life Style Officer

St. Simeon Village and Community Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent Monday–Friday hours

Make a meaningful difference

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to contribute ideas

Job summary

St. Simeon Village and Community Services in Plumpton, NSW, seeks a passionate Lifestyle Officer to plan, coordinate and deliver engaging activities for residents in our aged care facility.

The role focuses on social interaction, independence and holistic well-being, requiring strong communication and collaboration with nursing staff and families. Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle is mandatory, with experience in lifestyle activities preferred in residential aged care.

Qualifications

• Experience in lifestyle and recreational activities, preferably in residential aged care.
• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle is mandatory.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate engaging daily lifestyle and recreational programs.
• Conduct lifestyle assessments and gather residents' life stories, interests and preferences.
• Develop and review individual lifestyle care plans.
• Organise music, arts and crafts, games, exercise and social activities.
• Encourage resident participation and social connections.
• Coordinate outings and community engagement activities.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, families and other team members.
• Monitor and evaluate activities to ensure they meet residents' individual needs.
• Maintain accurate lifestyle documentation and records.
• Promote dignity, choice, independence and quality of life for all residents.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Creativity and enthusiasm

Time management

Person-centred care understanding

Music/arts and crafts interest

Organising group activities

Community outings coordination

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle

Job description

St. Simeon Village and Community Services – Plumpton NSW

Lifestyle Officer – Residential Aged Care

About the Organisation

St. Simeon Healthcare is a 51-bed Residential Aged Care Facility located in Plumpton, NSW.

We are seeking a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Lifestyle Officer to join our team and enhance the quality of life of our residents through meaningful lifestyle, leisure, recreational and social activities.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering engaging activities that stimulate residents, encourage social interaction, promote independence and support their emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate engaging daily lifestyle and recreational programs.
• Conduct lifestyle assessments and gather residents' life stories, interests and preferences.
• Develop and review individual lifestyle care plans.
• Organise music, arts and crafts, games, exercise and social activities.
• Encourage resident participation and social connections.
• Coordinate outings and community engagement activities.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, families and other team members.
• Monitor and evaluate activities to ensure they meet residents' individual needs.
• Maintain accurate lifestyle documentation and records.
• Promote dignity, choice, independence and quality of life for all residents.

Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle (mandatory).

Experience in lifestyle and recreational activities, preferably in residential aged care.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Creativity, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for working with older people.

Good organisational and time-management skills.

Understanding of person-centred care and individual resident preferences.

Interest or experience in music, singing, arts and crafts.

Experience organising group activities and community outings.

Ability to develop innovative and inclusive lifestyle programs.

What We Offer

• Consistent Monday–Friday working hours.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and develop engaging lifestyle programs.