Lifestyle Assistant - Aged Care - Part Time

The Alexander Aged Care Centre; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Alexander Aged Care Centre in Clayton VIC is seeking a qualified Lifestyle Assistant to join our team. This permanent part-time role supports residents through engaging lifestyle programs overseen by the Lifestyle Coordinator.

Successful applicants will have formal training in leisure/health disciplines and demonstrable experience in activity programs for diverse residents. The role emphasizes compassionate, respectful interactions and teamwork with staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Formal training in divisional therapy, recreation or relevant discipline.
• Experience delivering lifestyle programs for consumers with disabilities.
• Ability to supervise activities and support volunteers.
• Excellent communication with residents and representatives.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifestyle programs to residents with physical or cognitive needs.
• Supervise staff with activities and coordinate volunteers.
• Support residents and representatives through engaging activities.
• Maintain quality standards and documentation when relevant.

Skills

Communication skills

Resident engagement

Staff supervision

Volunteer support

Knowledge of standards

Education

Cert iii in Leisure and Health

Associate Degree of Health Science (leisure and health)

Bachelor of Health Science (leisure and health)

Tools

eCase

Job description

Lifestyle Assistant - Aged Care - Part Time

The Alexander Aged Care Centre – Clayton VIC

The Alexander Aged Care Centre is a boutique modern 90 bed home. The home supports people requiring all levels of care including a 10 bed memory support unit. The facility is highly regarded in the community and is run by an organisation committed to provide the highest quality of care.

We are seeking an experienced Lifestyle Assistant to join our team. This role is overseen by the Lifestyle Coordinator

Permanent Part Time Role with Monday and Tuesday shifts available.

Successful applicants will have:

• Formal training in divisional therapy, recreation or relevant discipline, e.g. Cert iii in Leisure and Health or Associate Degree of Health Science (leisure and health) or Bachelor of Health Science (leisure and health)
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the provision of lifestyle programs that meet the needs of consumers who may have physical and / or cognitive disabilities
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff with activities, organise and manage own work and support volunteers
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to engage in conversation with consumer and their representatives
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards
• Compassionate, kind and respectful interactions with diverse consumers and fellow staff
• Knowledge of eCase an advantage

Note only successful applicants will be notified.