Lifestyle Assistant

Bolton Clarke Careers; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging and not-for‑

not-for-profit tax benefits – claim up

Private health insurance

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bolton Clarke Group in Townsville invites a warm Lifestyle Assistant to join our dedicated team, enhancing wellbeing of older Australians through meaningful activities and social engagement. You will plan and deliver engaging programs, build strong relationships with residents, foster an inclusive, joyful environment, and support wellbeing through companionship and participation.

We value energy, compassion, and creativity; prior aged care experience, Certificate III, and First Aid with CPR are

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or a similar setting.
• 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 relationships with residents.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be willing to complete police/NDIS checks before starting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver 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 activity participation.
• Be the friendly face that brings joy and enrichment to residents.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Resident engagement

Creativity

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health (desirable)

Current First Aid Certificate with CPR

Job description

Bolton Clarke Groupone of Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit providers of home care, retirement living and residential aged care, operating nationally and internationally.Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 88 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group.

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!

About this location:

Located on the beachside in Townsville and with stunning views to Magnetic Island, Bolton Clarke’s Rowes Bay provides high-quality aged care in a friendly, secure and comfortable coastal community.

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.