Lifestyle Assistant | Aged Care (Part-Time)

Infinite Care; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent Part-Time shifts

Great work-life balance

2-3 shifts per week with flexibility

Ausmed training and development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Infinite Care is seeking a caring Lifestyle Assistant for our Tweed Heads care home to support residents with personal care and engage them in meaningful lifestyle activities. You will work closely with nursing and engagement teams to ensure compassionate, timely care that enhances daily living for residents.

The role emphasizes person-centred care, empathy, and strong teamwork in a busy aged care environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Aged Care is preferred (minimum 12 months)
• Ability to think on your feet and communicate effectively
• Commitment to resident wellbeing and person-centred care
• NDIS checks or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily living tasks
• Encourage participation in lifestyle programs, social activities and group events
• Assist the nursing and resident engagement teams as required
• Promote wellbeing and meaningful connections for residents

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Leisure & Lifestyle qualification or similar

Current First Aid & CPR Certificate

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

Job description

The Opportunity

Make Every Day Meaningful

At Infin8 Care, our Lifestyle Assistants play a vital role in creating positive and engaging experiences for our residents. If you're passionate about helping older Australians stay connected, active, and living life to the fullest, we'd love to hear from you.

In this rewarding role, you'll support residents with personal care while encouraging participation in meaningful lifestyle programs, social activities, and one-on-one engagement. You'll help foster connection, promote wellbeing, and create moments that truly matter.

This role based at our Tweed Heads care home, will see you working closely with the nursing and resident engagement teams when performing your resident-centric care duties in a timely and compassionate manner surrounded by highly skilled and supportive senior carers and managers. The attached position description outlines duties and accountabilities for this role - Lifestyle is what is this role is commonly called in the Aged Care sector.

About You

At Infinite Care we hire for heart, so our best people are highly empathic, instil a strong work ethic and passionate about making a difference to the elderly. Ideally, you have worked in the Aged Care sector for at least 1 year and the ability to “think on your feet”, communicate effectively, build rapport, and maintain professional relationships with residents and co-workers alike. In addition, you will also

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Leisure & Lifestyle, Health Services or a similar qualification advantageous (however, not mandatory for this role)
• Previous experience in Aged Care as an AIN, Lifestyle or similar role (minimum 12 months preferred)
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate (preferred)
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Understanding of person-centred care and resident wellbeing
• A positive, energetic, and compassionate approach
• Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills
• Commitment to maintaining a safe environment for residents and colleagues
• A genuine passion for making a difference in aged care
• Display a positive, fun and confident personality to help our residents (*who sometimes can be very shy) to get involved in lifestyle and group activities.
• Own vehicle or private transport is a MUST for this role, as public transport is not easily accessible

Employee Benefits - Why work for us?

• Permanent Part-Time shifts offering job security
• Great work-life balance with 2-3 part-time shifts set in each week (with the ability to pickup more)
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents
• NFP Salary Packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
• Free ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee referral program with bonus earning potential
• Additional opportunities to pick up extra shifts
• Discounts on retail, fuel, technology, and more through Flare Benefits
• Fitness Passport access to gyms, pools, and wellness facilities
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Career development opportunities across our 18 homes nationally
• Structured induction program with buddy support from day one
• Availability: Flexible availability to work across a 7-day roster is essential

Infinite Care accepts the Ausmed Passport, which is a free, digital certificate for the Australian aged care workforce that recognises their completion of eight, sector-wide, core mandatory training topics.

Our care roles are busy! Alot of bending, lifting, pushing and squatting to perform your duties safely. All candidates will be required to complete an online medical assessment to maintain personal and workplace safety standards.

Our Infinite Care internal recruitment team look forward to welcoming your application. To learn more about us: Aged Care Provider - Redefining a New Generation of Residential Care