Lifestyle Assistant

Bolton Clarke; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Private health insurance

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bolton Clarke on the Gold Coast (Varsity Lakes) is seeking a warm Lifestyle Assistant to enhance the wellbeing of older Australians through meaningful activities and social engagement.

As part of the Lifestyle team, you will plan and deliver engaging programs, build lasting relationships with residents, and foster a vibrant, inclusive environment across our residential aged care homes and community living settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care is required or highly desirable.
• Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent is required.
• Certificate IV in Leisure and Health is highly desirable.
• Current First Aid Certificate with CPR is required.
• Ability to build strong, positive relationships with residents.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with basic computer literacy.
• National Police Check or NDIS Worker Check prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of engaging recreational and social programs.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with residents.
• Create a vibrant, inclusive, and enjoyable environment.
• Contribute to resident wellbeing through companionship and participation in activities.
• Be the friendly face that brings joy and enrichment to residents.

Skills

Aged care experience

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Relationship building

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (desirable)

Job description

Bolton Clarkeis Australia's largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885.Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our43retirement living communities and 87 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.

About this location:

The Terraces, a 148 bed residential aged care facility located in Varsity Lakes. It is near the beautiful beaches of the Gold Coast, as well as several shopping centres, schools, public transport, restaurants and a vast range of health and community services.

The Role:

We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and creative Lifestyle Assistant to join our dedicated team.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about enhancing the wellbeing of older Australians through meaningful activities, social engagement, and genuine connection.

As a valued member of our Lifestyle team, you will:

Support the planning and delivery of engaging recreational and social programs

Build positive, supportive relationships with residents

Help create a vibrant, inclusive, and enjoyable environment

Contribute to resident wellbeing through companionship, conversation, and participation in activities

Be the friendly face that brings joy and enrichment to the lives of our residents.

To be successful:

You are someone who brings energy, compassion, and creativity to your work. You'll also bring:

Previous experience in aged care

Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (highly desirable)

Current First Aid Certificate (with CPR)

The ability to build strong, positive relationships

Confidence engaging residents in daily programs and activities

A genuine passion for supporting and enriching the lives of older people

Great communication and teamwork skills, along with basic computer literacy

Prior to commencement - complete a National Police Check and or a NDIS Workers Check

If you're someone who loves making meaningful connections and creating moments of joy, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in making a difference every day!

Why Work For Bolton Clarke:

• Excellent work/life balance with shifts that suit your personal needs
• A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits - claim up to $18,550 tax free
• Private health insurance and gym discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family

Our commitment to diversity:

At Bolton Clarke we expect our staff to respect and value differences in age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status and family or marital status.

Appointment to this position and ongoing employment is subject to your commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.