Lifestyle Coordinator

Bolton Clarke Group; Blue Mountains City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent work-life balance

Private health insurance and gym-discs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bolton Clarke Group is seeking a proactive Lifestyle Coordinator to lead a dynamic Lifestyle team in an aged care setting. You will design person-centred programs reflecting residents' interests, culture and abilities, while mentoring staff and coordinating with clinical teams to ensure safe, engaging activity plans.

The role focuses on delivering meaningful experiences that enhance wellbeing, with opportunities to build community links and manage volunteers within a supportive not‑for‑profit

Qualifications

• Cert IV in Leisure & Lifestyle or equivalent (recognised by Bolton Clarke).
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• A passion for creating meaningful experiences that enhance resident wellbeing.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of aged care legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Initiative and problem‑solving skills to drive positive outcomes.
• Complete a National Police Check and/or a NDIS Workers Check before commencement.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with residents and families to develop meaningful, individualised Lifestyle Plans.
• Create engaging activities that support emotional, social, cognitive, spiritual and physical wellbeing.
• Lead, support and motivate the Lifestyle team to deliver high‑quality programs.
• Work closely with clinical and care staff to ensure plans are safe, appropriate and aligned with resident needs.
• Ensure the program meets accreditation standards and organisational policies.
• Manage the activities budget and ensure resources and equipment are well maintained.
• Lead our volunteer program—recruiting, onboarding, coordinating and recognising volunteers.
• Build strong community links to bring external engagement into the home.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Teamwork

Initiative

Problem-solving

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Cert IV in Leisure & Lifestyle (or equivalent)

Job description

Bolton Clarke Group one 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’re looking for an enthusiastic and creative Lifestyle professional to lead our Lifestyle team and deliver a program that truly makes our aged care community come alive.

If you’re motivated by bringing joy, connection and purpose to older adults—and love leading people—this is the role for you.

As our Lifestyle Coordinator, you’ll design and oversee a person‑centred Lifestyle program that reflects each resident’s interests, abilities and cultural background.

You’ll mentor a passionate team, drive engaging activities, and ensure our Lifestyle program is a central part of daily life and wellbeing within the home. Your responsibilities will include:

• Build strong relationships with residents and families to develop meaningful, individualised Lifestyle Plans
• Create engaging activities that support emotional, social, cognitive, spiritual and physical wellbeing
• Lead, support and motivate the Lifestyle team to deliver high‑quality programs
• Work closely with clinical and care staff to ensure plans are safe, appropriate and aligned with resident needs
• Ensure the program meets accreditation standards and organisational policies
• Manage the activities budget and ensure resources and equipment are well maintained
• Lead our volunteer program—recruiting, onboarding, coordinating and recognising volunteers
• Build strong community links to bring external engagement into the home

To be Successful

• Cert IV in Leisure & Lifestyle, Diversional Therapy or equivalent (recognised by Bolton Clarke)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• A passion for creating meaningful experiences that enhance resident wellbeing
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a team
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of aged care legislation and regulatory requirements
• Initiative and problem‑solving skills to drive positive outcomes
• Complete a National Police Check and or a NDIS Workers Check (or willingness to obtain) prior to commencement

About this location:

Located in Orange NSW close to the region’s health precinct and just 4km from the town centre, Gosling Creek is in a class of its own, positioned on a spacious 3.5 hectares of land with sweeping views, spacious surrounds, and a complete wrap-around verand

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.