Lifestyle Assistant - St Catherine's Bathurst

Clear Destination Inc.; Bathurst; Hybrid; AUD 43,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay: $38

Not-for-profit benefits

Fitness Passport

Discounted private health insurance

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Leave for EA shift workers

Opportunities across NSW/QLD

Values-based organisation

Supportive team

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare's St Catherine's Bathurst campus in NSW is seeking a Lifestyle Assistant to support residents through social activities, outings and daily connections. You’ll help design and deliver engaging programs that promote independence, friendship and wellbeing while providing compassionate support during events and outings.

The successful candidate will hold a Certificate III or IV in Leisure and Health (or equivalent), have strong communication skills, and be committed to respecting

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Leisure and Health or equivalent is required.
• Experience in similar role desirable.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to build respectful relationships with residents and families.
• Willingness to obtain Police Check and NDIS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Encourage resident choice, independence and participation in activities.
• Assist in designing and delivering engaging lifestyle programs.
• Create events and experiences connecting residents with community and volunteers.
• Provide direct resident support during activities and outings.
• Build positive relationships and promote an inclusive environment.
• Work safely and support colleagues in a respectful team culture.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Willingness to get involved

Relationship building

Reliable and caring

Education

Certificate III or IV in Leisure and Health

Job description

• St Catherine's Bathurst, NSW
• Permanent Part-time (could be open to 2 perm part-time opportunities)- Monday -Thursday 9-5pm, Saturday, Sunday 10-4pm
• Pay rate – $38 per hour + superannuation + Not-for-profit benefits

Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare! We have more than 30 years of service in care and we now have over 6,000 employees working with us. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.

As a Lifestyle Assistant at St Catherine's you’ll play an important role in creating meaningful moments for our residents. From social activities and community outings to everyday conversations and celebrations, you’ll help bring joy, connection and purpose to their day.

About the Role:

• Encourage resident choice, independence and participation in meaningful individual and group activities
• Assist with the design, delivery and monitoring of engaging lifestyle programs and activities
• Create and deliver innovative events and experiences that bring residents together and, where possible, connect them with the wider community, volunteers, family and friends
• Provide direct resident support during activities and outings, including bus trips, personal hygiene and toileting
• Build positive relationships with residents and contribute to an environment where everyone feels valued and included
• Support your colleagues and contribute to a positive, respectful and cooperative team culture
• Work safely and responsibly, following all policies and procedures to protect yourself, your colleagues and our residents

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Certificate III or IV in Leisure and Health, Individual Support or a similar qualification
• Similar experience in a previous role
• Strong communication skills, a positive attitude and a willingness to get involved
• The ability to build and maintain professional, respectful relationships with residents and their families
• A reliable, caring and enthusiastic approach to teamwork
• A commitment to respecting the values, customs, preferences and spiritual beliefs of every resident
• Willingness to obtain a Police Check and NDIS clearance

What we can offer you:

• Competitive hourly pay rate of $38 + superannuation
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits – pay less tax and keep more of your income
• Fitness Passport gym benefit
• Discounted private health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Additional week of leave for Enterprise Agreement shift workers
• Opportunities across 40+ locations throughout NSW and QLD if life takes you somewhere new
• The opportunity to work for a values-based organisation that welcomes people from all faiths and backgrounds
• A supportive team where your contribution is valued and the work you do truly matters
• Your work can make someone's day. We know you have many choices when it comes to choosing an employer. Choose Catholic Healthcare and be part of something bigger.

Join a team where your kindness, creativity and care can help older people feel connected, valued and supported while being genuinely rewarded for the difference you make.