Lifestyle Assistant

Maryborough District Health Service; Avoca; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Maryborough District Health Service is seeking a Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant to deliver engaging wellbeing programs and support residents in a compassionate, person-centred way.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing personalised support, helping residents stay independent, and contributing to comprehensive wellbeing plans within a supportive, community-focused aged care setting.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle or Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) required.
• Understanding of aged care standards and quality requirements.
• Vaccinations and police/ working with children clearances as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lifestyle and wellbeing programs for residents.
• Provide personalised one-on-one support to residents.
• Assist with developing, reviewing, and evaluating wellbeing care plans.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to support resident wellbeing.

Skills

People skills

Program delivery

One-on-one support

Education

Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Job description

Permanent Part Time - 35 hours per fortnight

For further information about this role, Please contact [e-mail]

The Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant encourages individual residents to remain independent and to participate in a wide variety of meaningful activities which support their needs, goals and preferences that promotes their quality of life.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lifestyle and wellbeing programs
• Provide personalised one on one support to residents
• Assist with developing, reviewing, and evaluating wellbeing care plans
• Ensure every resident and stakeholder receives an exceptional experience
• Work closely with clinical teams to support holistic resident wellbeing

Things that matter to us

• Certificate IV in Leisure and Lifestyle; or
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
• Understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards
• Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccinations and 2026 Flu Vaccination
• NDIS Clearance Check, children's check
• Current and Valid Drivers Licence
• Eligibility to work in Australia

Why join us?

We pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive workplace, where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow. You’ll be joining a cheerful, hardworking team who truly put people first.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those returning to the workforce.

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.

The Position Description is available under ‘Related Documents’ in the job advertisement. If viewing on SEEK, please visit the MDHS Careers website to access the full Position Description.

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.