Lifestyle Coordinator

BaptistCare; Byford; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Gym membership

Novated car leasing

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Study assistance

Learning and development programs

Positive and inclusive work culture

Job summary

BaptistCare in Byford invites a Lifestyle Coordinator to design and run engaging activities tailored to residents’ stories, interests and goals. You will create both individual plans and group events, ensuring psychosocial and spiritual needs are met with creativity and compassion.

You’ll maintain activity calendars, track outcomes, and work with volunteers to co-design programs that keep residents connected in a vibrant community. This hands-on role suits someone who brings energy and empathy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Leisure and Health or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience in aged care, including supporting people living with dementia and end-of-life care.
• Understanding BaptistCare’s Christian values and the ability to work with a values‑driven team.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging individual and group activities meeting residents’ psychosocial, cognitive, spiritual and occupational needs.
• Plan and coordinate events inside and outside the community.
• Maintain clear activity calendars, track outcomes and report progress to the Residential Manager.
• Support volunteers and partner with residents to co-design programs and initiatives.
• Create a warm, inclusive environment to keep residents active, engaged and connected.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Dementia care experience

Education

Bachelor of Leisure and Health

Diploma or Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

Related qualification or equivalent

Job description

• Enjoy a great work-life balance with a part-time role - 21 hours per week
• Based in the welcoming Byford community
• Join a supportive team where compassion, creativity and genuine connection are valued

About the Role:

Based at our facility in Byford, this is your chance to create meaningful, joyful experiences for our residents! You’ll get to know each person’s life story, interests, and goals, and design engaging individual and group activities that meet their psychosocial, cognitive, spiritual, and occupational needs.

You’ll plan and coordinate fun events–both inside and outside the community–ensuring everyone feels included and connected. For residents living with dementia or complex needs, you’ll create tailored activities that reflect their abilities and preferences, reviewing plans regularly to ensure ongoing support.

You’ll maintain clear, easy-to-read activity calendars, track outcomes, and report progress to the Residential Manager. The role also involves supporting volunteers, fostering their involvement, and partnering with residents to co-design programs and initiatives.

This is a hands‑on, creative role where you can make a real difference, bring energy and positivity to everyday life, and help residents stay active, engaged, and connected in a vibrant, welcoming community.

Roster:

• Week 2: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary - $40.58 per hour
• Tax‑free salary packaging
• Discounted gym memberships
• Novated car leasing options
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including:
• Study assistance - up to $3,000 per year
• Access to learning and development programs
• Positive and inclusive work environment at BaptistCare

About You:

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Leisure and Health, Diploma or Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, or a related qualification or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Lifestyle Coordinator, with experience in aged care, including supporting people living with dementia and providing end‑of‑life care
• Understanding of BaptistCare’s Christian values
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

About us:

BaptistCare is a leading purpose‑led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

With more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and 2,000 volunteers, we work every day to enrich lives through communities of care.

BaptistCare - Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening and a pre‑employment medical.